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.