Risk Manager to support
Aviation Project Management Office. This position is based in
Redstone Arsenal, AL.Job Responsibilities/Duties:- Lead and execute risk, issue, and opportunity management activities, including planning, identification, analysis, mitigation, and monitoring.
- Provide analytical support to assess and quantify risks impacting cost, schedule, and performance (the "iron triangle") across the program lifecycle.
- Collaborate with government stakeholders, prime contractors, engineers, product managers, and business teams to ensure risks are identified, documented, and managed effectively.
- Maintain and update risk data within the Active Risk Manager (ARM) tool and ensure accurate, auditable documentation of risk narratives and mitigation actions.
- Support program planning by integrating risk mitigation strategies into systems engineering processes, acquisition schedules, and lifecycle activities.
- Prepare and deliver executive-level briefings and reports to communicate risk status, mitigation progress, and emerging issues to leadership.
- Facilitate Risk Management Working Groups and Risk Management Boards (RMBs), including action item tracking and meeting coordination.
- Develop and maintain the Risk, Issue, and Opportunity Management Plan (RIOMP) in compliance with DoD policies and guidance.
- Apply data-driven analysis and statistical methods to identify root causes and improve risk mitigation strategies.
- Support lifecycle cost estimation, budget recommendations, resource alignment, and Test & Evaluation (T&E) activities to ensure system effectiveness and safety.
- Adapt risk management frameworks and reporting structures to align with evolving acquisition phases and program milestones.
- Operate effectively in fast-paced, high-pressure environments, making timely and informed decisions.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Experience:- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
- 8+ years of relevant experience in risk management, program management, or defense acquisition.
- Experience supporting defense acquisition programs, aviation systems, or complex technical projects.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, including statistical and data-driven analysis.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience briefing senior leadership.
- Experience working in DoD, federal, aerospace, or defense environments.
- Must be a U.S. citizen and have the ability to obtain/maintain a DoW security clearance.
- Must be able to travel up to 20% of the time.
Preferred Qualifications:- Experience supporting DoD or Federal aviation programs.
- Familiarity with Active Risk Manager (ARM) or similar risk management tools.
- Experience working with cross-functional teams, government stakeholders, and acquisition programs.
- Strong technical documentation, briefing, and reporting experience.
- Familiarity with systems engineering processes, Test & Evaluation (T&E), and lifecycle cost analysis.
- Advanced degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
Locations Huntsville, AL
