Sierra Nevada Corporation

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.

SNC has led thoughtful and disruptive change in the aerospace and defense industry for the past 60 years and now, we’re applying this tenacity and expertise to the U.S. Air Force’s (USAF) Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) mission. Join the SNC-led SAOC team and be a part of exciting and meaningful work to modernize and deliver the next-generation SAOC aircraft trusted by the President, Secretary of Defense and Chairs of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to ensure continued critical command, control and communication during national emergencies. If you’re passionate about building the airborne command post of the future, consider SNC for your next mission. Learn more about NC3 and SAOC here.

Are you looking to use your expert leadership and project management skills in an industry that supports and protects explorers and heroes? We could use your expertise on our team! As a Sr Project Manager, you are responsible for managing a high risk, high complexity project with multiple deliverables. From design to release for customers, monitoring the project from initiation through delivery and program closeout. You will develop, define, and execute project plans, schedules, budgets and deliverables; identify needed resources for projects; and interface with internal and external customers or field-based employees on technical matters as needed. You will be responsible for all aspects of the project lifecycle: proposal development, planning, scope, definition, design, execution, delivery, and program closeout. You will track progress against milestones, budgetary guidelines, or other performance indicators, and prepare reports to stakeholders. The Project Manager will need to be agile and flexible, as changes will be certain and frequent. It is likely you will have direct reports or a larger support staff to orchestrate execution.

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Are you looking to advance your career and flex your leadership, program management and analytical skills in a fast-paced and rewarding organization? Join us! As a Sr Project Integrator, you will support the business objectives at SNC. You will be responsible for assisting with the overall implementation of Earned Value Management (EVM) on specified programs to ensure compliance with all government, contractual, and internal requirements. You will assist the program team with total Program Integration Management, develop standard formats and processes, conduct EVM training to develop EVM skills, and provide EVM coaching to promote and enable program management ownership of program performance data. You will assist with data analytics and support variance analysis and advise CAMs and program leadership on areas to improve program performance in a cross-functional, highly integrated environment. You will partner with scheduling and finance to ensure that all elements of Earned Value are integrated and consistent across the program to achieve performance objectives. You will support the Program Manager or Integrated Product Team (IPT) Leader to supervise the work of program and project staff. You will participate in business resource planning/tracking in coordination with other corporate entities and responsible to formulate a team that can fulfill program/IPT requirements. You will be responsible for supporting the program/IPT as issues and problems are identified, tracked, and resolved. You also support the Change Control process and change implementation as well as program status meetings, interfacing on project/program status, developing proposals, researching/fact-finding, coordinating audits, and negotiating with project/program stakeholders to ensure the program/IPT meets cost, budget, and schedule goals.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field
• Typically 6+ years of progressive experience in project management roles and/or in related or technical fields
• Proficient in leading a team of at least 5 either directly or indirectly.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software
• Demonstrated experience in managing a highly complex project and its various parts; proposal development, contract negotiation, resource management, engineering development, operations and production, test through delivery and contract closeout.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical skills & capability to meet schedules
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Experience managing projects requiring Earned Value Management
• Ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret Clearance

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
• Experience managing project scope and scope creep during project execution
• Experience in resource planning and management during project execution
• Experience with risk management planning and documentation
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, AS9100 & CMMI process standards
• Familiarity with government contracting and regulations
• Experience in aircraft modification test programs.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.