Classification

Exempt

Location

Patuxent River, MD

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary/Objective

We are currently seeking a Senior Project Manager/Class Desk to oversee project execution for NAVAIR PMA-290. Specifically work efforts will support Special Mission Aircraft P-8 programs as CSS liaison to the deputy program manager to support project execution.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and assist in the development of Engineering Change Proposals (ECP), and Technical Directives (TD) for new systems.
• Track the Flight Clearance process and coordinate with the NAVAIR authorities for approvals.
• Generate Engineering/Data Requirements Agreement Plan (EDRAP) and System Engineering Technical Review (SETR) required documents.
• Manage NATOPS changes.
• Provide consultation on test methods and data analysis techniques and identify and provide recommendations.
• Provide technical expertise and support to various senior management to assist with defining and establishing current and future capabilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• 10 years relevant experience in project management or DON flight clearance process
• 3 years experience in the field of DOD airborne Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (ISR) systems, including integration of SIGINT systems (Navy ISR experience preferred)
• Knowledge of DOD systems engineering requirements, acquisition policies, and DoD RDT&E program policies
• Program management experience related to the rapid integration of prototype and production systems is highly desirable
• Knowledge of SIGINT systems hardware and software design with Fleet or DOD operational SIGINT collection experience is desirable
• General knowledge of weapons system and platform (Airborne) Systems Engineering and Integration; to include airworthiness certification and general testing requirements
• Familiarity with Logistics fundamentals of acquisition to include sparing plan development, training curriculum development, trainer implementation, publications, NATIP, NATOPS
• Skill in applying PC based tools for program planning, assessment, and sensitivity analysis such as MS Project, Risk Exchange, DOORS, or other similar applications. Must be able to generate and interpret program schedules and execute critical path analysis
• Proficient in the following software packages: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Project, PDF Reader
• Familiarity with OPOM and the PRE allocation and execution process is desirable, including Capability Defect Package (CDP) generation

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Math, Computer Science, or Physics from an accredited institution. May consider other education or relevant experience in lieu of formal degree.
• Professional Program Management certification is a plus, but not required.

Competencies

Self Motivating

Technical capacity

Analytical processing skills

Detail oriented

Critical thinking

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

Full-time position. Days and hours of work are typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., 40 hours per week. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as work requirements demand.

Travel

Occasional Domestic and possible International travel may be required for this position.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

This position requires a US DoD TS clearance, SSBI/SBPR/PPR (within 5 years), with the ability to obtain SCI required accesses. Currently active TS/SCI clearance highly desired.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.