Job Title: Senior Project Management Support SpecialistLocation: Arnold AFB-Tullahoma, TN
Canvas is seeking a qualified individual to provide advisory and assistance services to the Air Force in project/program management efforts associated with specific test needs at the Arnold Engineering Development Center (AEDC) at Arnold AFB, TN. The candidate will provide a wide range of services including procurement support, contract administration assistance, and records management/administrative support for a variety of planning and executing projects.
Duties: - Documenting project scope, objectives, KPPs, and KSAs.
- Working knowledge of project phases (Initiation, Planning, Design, Execution, and Closeout).
- Monthly project review briefings to our Air Force customer.
- Working with finance to develop project spend plans.
- Holding weekly/bi-weekly meetings for project updates.
- Advise the Air Force of any project disconnects, risks, opportunities, and overall progress.
- Define and document project requirements and deliverables through direct stakeholder engagement.
- Managing complex projects of all sizes.
- Knowledge/Familiarity of project acquisition strategy and key program events such as decision points, reviews, contract award, Contract Line-Item Number (CLIN) structure.
- Follow a structured system engineering approach that facilitates project milestone reviews including but not limited to; Integrated Baseline Review (IBR), Preliminary Design Review (PDR), Critical Design Review (CDR), Verification Readiness Review (VRR), Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Functional Configuration Audit (FCA), and Physical Configuration Audit (PCA).
- Assess contractor documentation against project requirements.
- Ensuring all documentation is in place and stored in proper repository.
- Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues.
- Developing contingency plans to minimize risks and keep projects on track.
- Foster and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution across all locations.
- Mentor, lead, and train younger PMs on the team
Requirements:PMP certification (desirable)
Minimum Education:- PM3 - Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field OR substitution as described below.
- PM4 - Master's Degree in Business or related field OR substitution as described below.
- SME - Recognized as an industry leader in field of expertise.
Minimum Experience:- PM3 3-10 years of experience
- PM4 10+ years of experience
Security Clearance:Must be able to acquire and maintain a Secret clearance.
Other Essential Job Functions:- Highly organized with excellent communication skills
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
- 5-10% travel may be required
Benefits of Working with CanvasTo reflect our company culture, Canvas offers an exciting array of benefits that makes up our employees' total rewards package. Those benefits may include:
- Competitive Wages*
- Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Generous company-funded Basic Life Insurance
- Company-funded Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- 11 Paid Federal Holidays
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Dependent Care and Medical Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match and 100% immediate vesting
- Tuition Reimbursement for ongoing training, continuing education, or advanced degree programs
- Robust Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
- Spot Awards for exemplary individual performance
- Discretionary performance-based bonuses
- And many more!
*Final compensation for this position is determined by a variety of factors, such as a candidate's relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location
For further information on Canvas including more information on employee benefits and our company culture, visit our website.
