Project Manager

Overview

We are seeking a Project Manager to support complex technical, engineering, and software development initiatives. The successful candidate will lead cross-functional project teams, drive delivery excellence, and ensure alignment with stakeholder expectations across the full project life-cycle. This role requires strong communication skills, proven experience guiding multidisciplinary teams, and a solid background in Agile methodologies and modern project management practices.

Responsibilities

The Project Manager will:

• Lead and coordinate cross0functional teams00design, Developers, QA, Product Owners, and stakeholders0to ensure project objectives, timelines, and deliverables are met.
• Develop, track, and maintain detailed project schedules using Microsoft Project (Primavera experience is highly transferable).
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies, track delivery metrics, and ensure adherence to Scrum or hybrid project methodologies.
• Collaborate with Product Owners to refine requirements, develop user stories, and align deliverables with business objectives.
• Create, manage, and update workflows, wire-frames and other documentation as needed.
• Identify, track, and mitigate project risks; escalate issues promptly and propose actionable mitigation plans.
• Manage project scope and change processes to ensure controlled, transparent evolution of deliverables.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Provide clear, concise communications to team members, executive leadership, and external stakeholders.
• Prepare status reports, dashboards, and project summaries in accordance with NASA standards.

Qualifications

Required Education/Experience/Skills:

• A BS/BA degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Science, Business, Logistics, or a related field, plus ten (10) years of experience.
• PMP, CSM, or equivalent project management certification.
• Agile certification (CSM, PMI ACP, SAFe) or strong demonstrated Agile experience.
• Experience with multidisciplinary engineering or software development teams.

Preferences:

• Experience supporting NASA, DoD, or other federal programs.
• Proficiency with MS Project or similar scheduling tools.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to define scope, manage requirements, and develop well-structured user stories.
• Hands-on experience with Agile delivery frameworks (Scrum or Kanban).
• Exceptional communication skills, capable of interacting with all levels of management and technical/non-technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience in requirements development and user story creation.
• Strong background in scope management, risk mitigation, and structured project delivery.
• Ability to produce or collaborate on Visio workflows, wireframes, or process visuals.

Essential Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen and successfully complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Applicant selected may be subject to government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
• Work may involve sitting for extended periods.
• May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lb.
• Must have sufficient mobility to enter areas of test facilities where necessary.
• Generally, an office environment but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.
• Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, fax, etc.)
• Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical.
• Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements when required.
• Must be able to work in a team atmosphere.
• Must put forward a professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation.
• Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.
• Thispositionmayrequiresomecommutingand travelingto other installations as needed.

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