DCS Corp

Project Manager

DCS Corp$90K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • U.S. Citizenship required due to sensitive project details.
  • Eligibility for security clearance necessary.
  • Master's degree in a relevant field and 6 years of experience, or equivalent combination of degrees and experience up to 16 years.
  • Experience with DoD acquisitions and multiple engineering changes related to combat systems.
  • Strong leadership skills demonstrated through high-level project reporting and resource management.

Responsibilities

  • Use vehicle acquisition knowledge to deliver project management and technical support.
  • Provide regulatory compliance recommendations and technical advice related to DoD and Federal guidelines.
  • Oversee the entire project lifecycle from conceptualization to implementation as the primary point of contact.
  • Define project scope and develop detailed work plans and schedules in response to organizational needs.
  • Conduct project meetings and manage project tracking and analysis for timely execution.
  • Analyze project information and provide technical guidance to leadership with actionable solutions.
  • Organize and present complex project data, including oral recommendations to stakeholders.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance options.
  • Retirement savings plans with company matching.
  • Flexible work schedules to promote work-life balance.
  • Professional development opportunities and training programs.
  • Paid time off and holiday leave.
Full Job Description
Project Manager with direct DoD, Government, and/or Federal experience.

Essential Job Functions:

The applicant shall use knowledge of vehicle acquisition program(s) to provide services including administration support, project management, and technical development support.

The applicant shall provide recommendations and technical advice in compliance with applicable statutes and regulations, to include the DoD 5000 series and Federal Acquisition Regulations and its supplements. The applicant shall adhere to quality standards and reviews for project deliverables.

The applicant shall be responsible for all aspects of the development and implementation of assigned projects and shall provide a single point of contact for those projects. The applicant shall take projects from original concept through final implementation. The applicant shall interface with the organization and its customers in all areas affected by the project.

The applicant shall define the project scope and objectives based on organizational requirements; and develop detailed work plans, schedules, project estimates, resource plans, and status reports. The applicant shall conduct project meetings and is responsible for project tracking and analysis. The applicant shall manage taskers to assure priority actions are coordinated, staffed, and properly executed throughout the organization to guarantee timely, cohesive, and accurate execution of work.

The applicant shall analyze information and data, and assess progress of programs, projects, and processes. The applicant shall provide technical and analytical guidance to the project team and recommend solutions to organizational leadership. The applicant shall organize, manage, and present information, to include oral recommendations.

Required Skills:

Due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.

Ability to obtain security clearance.

A Master's Degree in a specialized field* plus a minimum of 6 years of applicable experience or, a Bachelor's Degree in the specialized field* plus 8 years of applicable experience, or a Associates Degree with 10 years, or a High School Diploma/GED with 16 years in any field with a minimum of 9 years of specialized experience.

Experience with DoD Acquisitions, managing multiple engineering change proposals, modification work orders and procurement work directives that are associated with combat system survivability, lethality, cab, tracked chassis and auxiliary systems.

Oversee a portfolio of concurrent projects, guiding cross-functional teams (engineering, logistics, contracting, finance) from concept development through to implementation and sustainment.

Experience providing leadership with regular high level as well as detailed reports which show the status of the cost, schedule and performance of these multiple individual efforts.

Facilitate and lead project meetings, coordinate deliverables, and ensure adherence to project timelines and milestones.

Conduct comprehensive technical and financial analyses for multi-million-dollar equipment upgrades and modernization efforts.

Background and knowledge of planning, organizing, performing, supervising, tracking, and reporting on complex programs.

Develop and manage project scope, scope of work (SOW)/work breakdown structures (WBS), resource plans, and master schedules

Facilitate and lead project meetings, coordinate deliverables, and ensure adherence to project timelines and milestones.

Conduct comprehensive technical and financial analyses for multi-million-dollar equipment upgrades and modernization efforts.

Monitor engineering change proposals (ECPs), modification work orders (MWOs), and procurement directives (PDs) statuses until completion.

Serve as the primary point of contact for projects, liaising effectively with military personnel, civilian leadership, external contractors, and various internal departments.

Provide professional development briefs and technical guidance on project statuses, procedures, compliance, and best practices.

About DCS Corp

DCS Corp is a defense and aerospace company that provides engineering and technical support services to clients in the United States government and commercial sectors. The company was founded in 1977 and has grown to become a leading provider of engineering and technical services in the defense and aerospace industries. DCS Corp's services include systems engineering, software development, and logistics support, among others. The company is known for its expertise in advanced technology and has been recognized for its contributions to the defense and aerospace industries.
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Size
1,200 employees
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Founded
1977

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