Manages and prioritizes the project stream, working with internal/external customers to determine project definition and business requirements. Provides budget analysis, resource allocation and coordination of project activities that may be across functional areas within the organization. Assigns and monitors work of technical personnel, ensuring that project steps are in alignment with business objectives, on-time and within budget. Monitors reliability and any internal issues that appear as a result of the project.
Developing professional expertise, applies company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues. Has working knowledge of company products and services. Works on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action. Normally receives general instructions on routine work, detailed instructions on new projects or assignments. Typically requires a Master's degree and a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or equivalent work experience

Note: US citizenship and TS/SCI Clearance is mandatory for this position.

Location: Westminster, Colorado

Maxar is seeking a part-time Project Coordinator to join our Tactical Access Portfolio team in Westminster, CO.

HYBRID: Maxar corporate headquarters

Part-time position: 30 hr / week

Your demonstrated skills and experience with project management and managing competing priorities will directly impact national security. Your excellent communication skills and the ability to seamlessly move between individual and collaborative tasks.

This technical team supports the US Government by providing systems engineering, software engineering, and satellite downlink expertise to develop and deploy satellite remote GEOINT processing and exploitation ground systems.

At Maxar we unlock the promise of space to help governments and businesses solve problems on Earth and beyond. We monitor global change, deliver broadband communications and advance space operations with capabilities in Space Infrastructure and Earth Intelligence.

• Work-life balance to include flexible working opportunities and generous time off.
• Family-first benefits like adoption reimbursement, pet insurance and mental health resources.
• Educational perks such as student loan repayment, paid certifications and tuition reimbursement.
• Career growth opportunities including an internal mobility program and leadership training and development.
• Diversified healthcare and investment options including multiple medical plans, a stock purchase program and 401(k).

Required Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen with a TS/SCI Clearance
• Master's Degree in Business Administration
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office tools and SharePoint
• Project management experience
• Office management experience
• Experience generating government program documentation and deliverables
• Procurement experience for Government programs
• Familiarity with OneNote, SharePoint Online, DocuSign, Jira, and Confluence.

Responsibilities:

• Assisting the program management team on program delivery.
• Project task administration by coordinating project activities that cross functional areas within the organization.
• Team purchasing and procurement. Management of inventory tracking and some budget analysis.
• Assigning and monitoring work of technical personnel, ensuring that project steps are completed on-time, within budget, and aligned with project requirements.
• Monitoring reliability and identifying trends on internal issues.
• Acting as a culture champion for new hires and existing team members, ensuring that new team members have what they need to succeed and are integrated into the team.
• Developing professional expertise, applies company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues.
• Working with individuals in our compliance department to ensure ISO 9001 certifications and documentation are followed.
• Exercising judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.
• Normally receives general instructions on routine work, detailed instructions on new projects or assignments.

Desire Qualifications:

• Experience with ISO 9001 (Quality) certifications and documentation
• Familiarity with Maxar procedures and products

Note: In lieu of a formal degree, Maxar will allow relevant experience. Master's Degree = 8 Year relevant experience. Bachelor's Degree = 6 Years relevant experience. Associates Degree = 3 years relevant experience.

Our salary ranges are market-driven and set to allow for flexibility. Individual pay will be competitive based on a candidate's unique set of knowledge, skills, and geographic diversity, with earnings potential commensurate with experience. The range for this position is:

Maxar employees must follow all applicable Maxar policies and COVID-19 requirements as well as those of Maxar customers and third parties. Individual job requirements may vary, and Maxar reserves the right to modify its policies and requirements as it deems appropriate in accordance with applicable law.

Maxar Technologies values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.