What are the responsibilities and job description for the Risk Manager position at Integration Innovation, Inc.?
i3 is seeking a Risk Manager to join our team and support an Aviation Project Management Office by leading comprehensive risk, issue, and opportunity (RI&O) management activities. This role is critical to delivering an integrated risk posture that informs leadership decision-making across weapon system design, development, production, and sustainment.
As a Risk Manager, your duties will include the following, but are not limited to
Perks of being a team member owner include
As a Risk Manager, your duties will include the following, but are not limited to
- Lead and execute risk, issue, and opportunity management activities, including planning, identification, analysis, mitigation, and monitoring
- Provide analytical support to assess and quantify risks impacting cost, schedule, and performance (the “iron triangle”) across the program lifecycle
- Collaborate with government stakeholders, prime contractors, engineers, product managers, and business teams to ensure risks are identified, documented, and managed effectively
- Maintain and update risk data within the Active Risk Manager (ARM) tool and ensure accurate, auditable documentation of risk narratives and mitigation actions
- Support program planning by integrating risk mitigation strategies into systems engineering processes, acquisition schedules, and lifecycle activities
- Prepare and deliver executive-level briefings and reports to communicate risk status, mitigation progress, and emerging issues to leadership
- Facilitate Risk Management Working Groups and Risk Management Boards (RMBs), including action item tracking and meeting coordination
- Develop and maintain the Risk, Issue, and Opportunity Management Plan (RIOMP) in compliance with DoD policies and guidance
- Apply data-driven analysis and statistical methods to identify root causes and improve risk mitigation strategies
- Support lifecycle cost estimation, budget recommendations, resource alignment, and Test & Evaluation (T&E) activities to ensure system effectiveness and safety
- Adapt risk management frameworks and reporting structures to align with evolving acquisition phases and program milestones
- Operate effectively in fast-paced, high-pressure environments, making timely and informed decisions
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience)
- 8 years of relevant experience in risk management, program management, or defense acquisition
- Active DoD Secret security clearance required (must be able to maintain)
- Experience supporting defense acquisition programs, aviation systems, or complex technical projects
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, including statistical and data-driven analysis
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience briefing senior leadership
- Experience working in DoD, federal, aerospace, or defense environments
- U.S. Citizenship
- Experience supporting DoD or Federal aviation programs
- Familiarity with Active Risk Manager (ARM) or similar risk management tools
- Experience working with cross-functional teams, government stakeholders, and acquisition programs
- Strong technical documentation, briefing, and reporting experience
- Familiarity with systems engineering processes, Test & Evaluation (T&E), and lifecycle cost analysis
- Advanced degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
- Knowledge of office administration and procedures.
- Exceptional judgment capabilities and relationship management skills.
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and client service skills; ability to clearly communicate in discussions and written documents, and to deliver feedback clearly and tactfully.
- Interact with a diverse array of customers and staff in a professional and courteous manner.
- Work independently with accountability for accurate and complete results.
- Be extremely organized and exceptionally detail oriented.
- Work well both independently and in a team environment.
- Be energized by a fast-paced work environment.
- Must be able to communicate with others effectively.
- Analyze information and respond appropriately.
- Manage time wisely and prioritize tasks.
- Provide superior customer service.
- Multi-task in a pleasant manner.
- Work well under pressure.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
- The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
- Regular i3 hours are 800 a.m. - 500 p.m. Monday-Friday, however, additional hours may be required on occasion. Regular and punctual attendance is required.
Perks of being a team member owner include
- Long-term financial security
- Higher job satisfaction
- Greater job security
- Personal and professional growth
- Great company culture
- Excellent insurance coverage
- 401(k) match
- Generous PTO
- Health and wellness incentives
- Tuition and certification reimbursement
- Countless opportunities to give back to the community through i3 Cares