Modern Technology Solutions

Senior Technical Project Manager - Remote

Modern Technology Solutions • $100K — $130K *
Alamogordo, NM 88310In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
3 weeks ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of relevant experience in flight test project management
  • Project Management experience with Department of Defense (DoD) projects
  • Experience with temporary modifications on test aircraft
  • Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams effectively
  • Experience managing R&D projects and contract deliverables
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Good interpersonal skills in collaborative environments

Responsibilities

  • Provide project management and technical oversight on customer test efforts
  • Ensure efficient execution of assigned projects
  • Collaborate closely with the 586th FLTS team and multiple stakeholders
  • Coordinate procurement of subcontractors for design and modification activities
  • Manage subcontractors to support technology development efforts
  • Maintain awareness of project issues and prepare for key events
  • Provide technical support and status updates to government leaders

Benefits

  • Remote work flexibility with 25% travel to Holloman AFB, NM
  • Opportunity to participate in high-stakes defense projects
  • Chance to work in a collaborative environment with top-tier professionals
  • Exposure to cutting-edge technology development and test processes
  • Engagement in multidisciplinary teamwork to solve complex challenges
Full Job Description
This Senior Technical Project Manager will provide project management and technical oversight of customer development efforts. Initial support is focused on leading a T-2 modification design effort for a new test capability on the customer's T-38s. The Senior Technical Project Manager will assist the 586th FLTS team with the creation and coordination of cost, schedule, and contracts documentation and assist with the planning and execution of multiple technology development efforts. Duty location is Remote + 25% travel to Holloman AFB, NM.

Responsibilities:
  • Provide project management, leadership, and technical oversight of customer development/test efforts.
  • Perform project manager duties to ensure efficient execution of assigned efforts.
  • Work closely with 586th FLTS leadership and their customers, lead project engineers, contracts, finance, and program teams.
  • Coordinate procurement of subcontractors to perform design and modification activities while adhering to MTSI and 586th processes, as required.
  • Manage subcontractors supporting the 586th's and their customer's development/test efforts.
  • Maintain awareness of day-to-day issues and plan/prepare for significant project events.
  • Coordinate project direction, including technical development and financial execution.
  • Provide technical support to the entire project team and provide status updates to the Government leadership team, activities include but are not limited to Aircraft surveys, design reviews, etc.
  • Assist with identifying and mitigating risks to technology development projects.
  • Review contract deliverables, integrated schedules, technical status reports, and cost performance reports and provide assessments to the Government team.
  • Participate in working groups and team planning.
  • Other duties in-line with MTSI's core value to "Own and Solve our Customer's Problems."
  • Position allows for remote support +25% travel to Holloman AFB, NM.


Required Qualifications:
  • Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in all phases of planning, executing, and managing flight test projects and a reputation of being a team player.
  • Experience performing Project Management activities for Department of Defense (DoD) projects.
  • Experience implementing or support implementation of temporary modifications on test aircraft--e.g., T2 mods.
  • Maturity and professionalism to lead development/test programs and oversee a multidisciplinary team to include subcontractors.
  • Functional experience managing R&D projects, coordinating and planning for significant project events and milestones such as Preliminary Design Reviews, Critical Design Reviews, and test events; and tracking and evaluating contract deliverables.
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong attention to detail and analytic acumen
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)
  • Ability to work independently and/or as a member of a team
  • Good interpersonal skills in an environment with top tier coworkers
  • Position requires willingness to accept changing and evolving roles & responsibilities in support of customers' requirements and need.


Desired Qualifications:
  • Experience providing technical support to DoD technology development/test efforts.
  • Experience using Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Project for financial and schedule analysis of projects.
  • Developmental Test or Operational Test experience involving rapid experimentation of military aircraft, avionics systems, weapons, live fires and releases, sensor testing, Electronic Warfare and RF/IR Countermeasures, and/or aero performance/flight envelope expansion.


Education Requirements:
  • Minimum bachelor's degree in any of the following: business, economics, program management, math, or engineering.
  • Prefer DAWIA Program Manager Level 3, Science and Technology Management (STM) Level 3, and/or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.


Clearance Requirements:

Required - Secret with ability to obtain TS with SCI eligibility and SAP.

U.S. Citizenship is required

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About Modern Technology Solutions

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a leading-edge engineering and technology company that provides critical solutions for complex military and commercial programs. MTSI has been providing engineering and technical services to the defense industry since 1993. The company has a strong focus on innovation and is committed to delivering the best solutions to its clients. MTSI has a highly skilled workforce of engineers, scientists, and technical experts who are dedicated to providing the highest quality services to its clients. The company has a proven track record of success and has received numerous awards and recognition for its work.
Learn more about Modern Technology Solutions
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Information Technology
Founded
1993
* Ladders Estimates

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