Engineering Project Manager

2 weeks ago


Washington, DC, United States Penn State University Full time
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POSITION SPECIFICS

We are seeking a highly experienced Engineering Project Manager to join the All-Domain Analytics and Signatures Office (A2SO) of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State University to work with a government sponsor. This will be a hybrid position, requiring onsite work at the sponsor location in Washington, DC and remotely.

ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.

You will:
  • Coordination of CONUS production and shipping with host site construction to ensure timely delivery of all required materials to various contractor entities to ensure smooth installation schedule
  • Coordination with host site leads to ensure construction milestones align with system milestones to keep schedule running smoothly
  • Answer Requests for Information (RFIs) directed at the Project Management Office (PMO) related to construction requirements
  • Support the Project Manager (PM), maintaining compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, and provide periodic updates to Milestone Decision Authority and resource sponsors
  • Assist PMO leadership with monitoring financial performance, evaluating resource allocation, and preparing Program Operations Manager (POM) submissions
  • Develop briefings and exhibits to support programmatic and budgetary review cycles
  • Brief leadership on status of cost, schedule, and technical performance of ongoing efforts
  • Employ risk-based decision making/apply resources to innovative solutions to mitigate risk of cost overrun and schedule delay
  • Coordinate with other government and contractor entities on behalf of PMO to ensure requirements are well documented, resources are allocated, and execution is on plan
  • Other administrative tasks as assigned (developing briefings, filling out forms, managing tasks, etc.)
Required skills/experience areas include:
  • Leadership, program management, and/or military experience
  • Certification/Training in project management, LEAN Sig Sigma, or other similar programs
  • Active DoD security clearance at the Top Secret/SCI w/Polygraph level


This will be a hybrid position, requiring onsite work at the sponsor location in Washington, DC and some travel overseas.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree6+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience acceptedRequired Certifications:None

ARL's purpose is to research and develop innovative solutions to challenging scientific, engineering, and technology problems in support of the Navy, the Department of Defense (DoD), and the Intel Community (IC).

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL, visit our web site at www.arl.psu.edu.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

All positions at ARL require candidates to possess the ability to obtain a government security clearance; you will be notified during the interview process if this position is subject to a government background investigation. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply. Employment with the ARL will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.

SALARY & BENEFITS
The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $97,100.00 - $145,700.00.**THE PROPOSED SALARY RANGE MAY BE IMPACTED BY GEOGRAPHIC DIFFERENTIAL**

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Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

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