Mid-Level IT Project Manager IRES - HSV

Position Title: Mid-Level IT Project Manager

Location: Redstone Arsenal, Huntsville, AL

Relocation Assistance: None available at this time

Remote/Telework: NO - Not available for this position

Clearance Type: DoW Secret

Shift: Day shift

Travel Required: Up to 10% of the time

Description of Duties:

Join our team and play a key role in the future of missile defense! We are seeking technical professionals to support the Missile Defense Space Enterprise Architecture (MDSEA) organization. The MDSEA organization is part of Amentum's Missile Defense Division that directly supports the Missile Defense Agency. As a hands-on contributor, your work will be instrumental in developing and sustaining the systems that ensure the efficient, sustainable, and secure operation of our nation's advanced space-based sensing capabilities. This is an opportunity to make a tangible difference in a mission-critical environment.

We are seeking a highly motivated, independent, and results-oriented professional who thrives in a dynamic and challenging environment. If you are a self-starter who excels at solving technical challenges and possesses a strong desire to contribute to the success of our mission, we want to hear from you. We are looking for a natural problem-solver with exceptional analytical and critical thinking skills who is eager to learn, contribute, and collaborate within a technical team. If you are passionate about leveraging your technical expertise to enhance our nation's security, consider this position.

The Mid-Level IT Project Manager supports the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract directly supporting the Missile Defense Space Enterprise Architecture (MDSEA) team. The candidate is responsible for planning, executing, and closing IT projects within defined scope, budget, and timeline. This role requires strong self-direction, leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills to effectively manage project teams and stakeholders and delivered to meet or exceed expectations.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning and Initiation:

• Create and maintain project documentation and plans, to include project timelines, resource allocations, and budgets.
• Conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments to identify potential project challenges.
• Establish project governance and communication protocols.

Project Execution and Monitoring:

• Agile Transformation: Guide and support the team in its adoption of Agile methodologies, facilitating a smooth transition and fostering an Agile mindset.
• Lead and manage project teams, providing guidance, motivation, and performance feedback.
• Coordinate and facilitate project meetings, ensuring clear communication and action items.
• Monitor project progress and performance against plan, identifying and addressing deviations.
• Track project budget and expenditures, ensuring adherence to financial guidelines.
• Manage project risks and issues, develop mitigation strategies and contingency plans.
• Utilize project management tools and methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) to effectively manage projects.

Stakeholder Management:

• Communicate project status, risks, and issues to stakeholders on a regular basis.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure alignment with project goals.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders across the organization.
• Act as a liaison between the IT department and other business units.

Project Closure and Evaluation:

• Ensure project deliverables are completed and meet quality standards.
• Conduct project closure activities, including documentation, knowledge transfer, and stakeholder sign-off.
• Evaluate project performance and identify lessons learned for future projects.
• Prepare and present project reports to management.

Other Responsibilities:

• Mentor and coach teams on project management principles and best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and team empowerment.
• Stay up to date on industry trends and best practices in project management.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of project management methodologies and processes.

The successful candidate will:

• Demonstrate strong understanding of project management principles, methodologies, and tools.
• Lead and motivate project teams, providing guidance and direction.
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Successfully communicate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve project issues.
• Embody excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Resumes, in month and year format, must be submitted with application in order to be considered for the position.  The selected candidate may be assigned as an employee for one of our teammate companies.

Basic Requirements:

• Must have 10, or more, years of general (full-time) work experience
  • May be reduced with completion of advanced education
• Must have 5, or more, years of experience in IT project management, in a dynamic environment, managing multiple projects concurrently.
• Must have 6, or more, months of experience in a lead or senior role, mentoring and guiding other team members.
• Must have a minimum CAPM (Certified Associate of Project Management) certification.
• Must have a general understanding of IT infrastructure, software development, and emerging technologies.
• Must have experience identifying, assessing, and mitigating project risks.
• Must have an active DoW Secret Security Clearance

Desired Requirements:

• Be able to obtain a DoW Top Secret clearance
• Have a PMP certification
• Have an ITIL certification
• Have Earned Value Management and Cost Account Manager (CAM) experience
• Have Experience managing resources between functional teams while supporting shared resource needs.
• Understanding of Agile Methodologies.

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days. If a candidate has not been selected at that time, it will continue to be posted until a suitable candidate is selected or the position is closed.

Compensation Details:

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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