QinetiQ North America

Tranche 3 Execution Lead

QinetiQ North America$175K — $225K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics.
  • TS/SCI Eligibility Clearance required.
  • Understanding of space systems, systems engineering, and mission operations.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with competing priorities.
  • Excellent project management and organizational skills.
  • Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
  • Ability to function effectively in a team and matrix environment.
  • Proficient in project management software and tools.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee integration of program elements for consistency with objectives and plans.
  • Orchestrate 'up and out' program management, maintaining communication with leadership and stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with PMO team, conveying program goals and expectations set by the Program Director.
  • Facilitate communication between internal teams, SDA programs, and Technical/Support cells.
  • Develop and deliver reports on program status, risks, and achievements to leadership.
  • Ensure alignment of program activities with strategic objectives and mission goals.
  • Seek opportunities to improve program processes and implement best practices.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work with the Space Development Agency, a leader in innovative space acquisition.
  • Collaborative work environment that values speed and cost-effectiveness.
  • Access to advanced project management tools and methodologies.
  • Engagement in cutting-edge space technology and systems.
  • Clear pathways for growth in project management and leadership opportunities.
Full Job Description
Position Overview

Join us in our fast-paced support to the Space Development Agency (SDA). Recognized as the Department of Defense's constructive disruptor for space acquisition, SDA delivers space-based capabilities to the joint warfighter to support terrestrial missions through development, fielding, and operation of the Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture. SDA capitalizes on a unique business model that values speed and lowers costs by harnessing commercial development to achieve a proliferated architecture and enhance resilience. We are seeking a Tranche 3 Exeuction Lead to support SDA’s mission. The Tranche 3 Execution Lead is responsible for providing technical oversight and advising leadership for the SDA Tranche 3 programResponsibilities include:

Responsibilities
  • Oversee the integration of program elements to ensure consistency with established objectives, plans, and requirements. Work closely with the Program Execution Lead to ensure smooth program execution.
  • Orchestrate the effective "up and out" management of the program, maintaining clear and consistent communication with leadership and stakeholders. Ensure that program goals, priorities, risks, and challenges are well understood and addressed collaboratively. Actively seek out opportunities to align program activities with organizational strategy and goals and contribute to the broader success of the organization.
  • Collaborate closely with the PMO team, providing guidance and support. Convey program goals and expectations set by the Program Director, ensuring alignment across the PMO team and the broader organization. Coordinate with other teams and stakeholders to facilitate program execution, track progress, and address any issues or concerns.
  • Facilitate communication and collaboration between internal program teams, other SDA programs, and Technical and Support cells.
  • Develop and deliver clear, concise, and accurate reports to leadership on program status, risks, and achievements. Ensure leadership is well-informed about program activities and any potential challenges.
  • Ensure that program activities align with the programs overall strategic objectives and mission goals.
  • Continually seek opportunities to improve program processes, tools, methods, and lessons learned. Develop team processes/plans and implement best practices and lessons learned.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in science, technology,engineeringand math
  • TS/SCI Eligibility Clearance Required#qinetiqclearedjob
  • Understanding of space systems, systems engineering, and mission operations.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple competing priorities.
  • Excellent project management and organizational skills.
  • Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team and matrix environment.
  • Proficiency in project management software and tools.
Pay Transparency

The salary range for this role is $175,000 - $225,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. QinetiQ US considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidates work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

About QinetiQ North America

QinetiQ North America (QNA) is a subsidiary of QinetiQ Group plc, a British multinational defense technology company. QNA provides technology solutions and services to the United States government and commercial customers. The company's offerings include unmanned systems, cybersecurity solutions, engineering services, and more. QNA has over 6000 employees and is headquartered in McLean, Virginia.
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6,000 employees
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Founded
2005

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