Project Manager 1

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Program Mission Support, Engineering & Analysis, and Training. Responsibilities We are seeking a Project Manager I to fill a part-time, hybrid role supporting the Exodus Multi-Level Security (MLS) Program at Naval Air Weapons Station China Lake, CA. The Exodus program provides secure multi-domain information-sharing capabilities in support of Department of Defense missions. As a Project Manager I with AMERICAN SYSTEMS supporting the Exodus Program, you will: * Develop, implement, and manage the Exodus Project Management Plan (PM Plan) to ensure deliverables meet all contractual, technical, and quality standards. * Serve as the primary liaison between the Contractor Support Services (CSS) team, Government COR, and program stakeholders. * Participate in weekly Exodus Operations meetings to capture requirement changes, new task triggers, and funding adjustments, ensuring plans remain current and actionable. * Work closely with government financial managers to validate commitments, obligations, and expenditures in alignment with Navy fiscal-year cycles, continuing resolutions, and funding expiration rules. * Maintain and refine a complex, multi-customer cost-sharing model in Excel, using advanced functions (defined names, SUMIFS/COUNTIFS, INDEX, MATCH, pivot tables) to accurately track and project recurring and non-recurring costs across customers. * Analyze and forecast plan-vs-actual-vs-projection data to support budget formulation, variance analysis, and accurate financial reporting. * Apply cost accounting and mathematical principles to support pricing, cost estimating, revenue planning, and annual financial forecasts. * Collaborate with government PMs, COR, program analysts, and engineers to develop cost estimates, translate technical requirements into financial impacts, and communicate model results clearly to all audiences. * Recommend process or contract improvements that enhance quality, accuracy, and timeliness of deliverables while maintaining compliance with safety and security requirements. * Lead and mentor project staff to ensure alignment with program objectives, promoting knowledge transfer and consistency in cost modeling and project reporting. * Demonstrate expert-level Excel and analytical skills, applying relational data concepts and quantitative reasoning to strengthen cost models and financial accuracy. * Maintain understanding of IT networks and system-level architectures to accurately relate customer requirements to resource use and associated costs. Qualifications * Active Top Secret clearance (TS/SCI eligibility required) * Bachelor's degree in a business, technical, or quantitative field; additional experience may substitute for degree * At least 4-6 years of project management experience with 1-4 years supporting DoD, IT, or engineering programs * Experience managing projects valued between $2M-$5M annually and leading teams of up to 15 personnel * Strong skills in Microsoft Excel (SUMIFS, COUNTIFS, INDEX, MATCH, pivot tables) and data modeling for budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis * Working knowledge of DoD and Navy financial processes, including funding, commitments, obligations, expenditures, and fiscal-year cycles * Proven ability to develop and maintain cost models, analyze financial data, and communicate results clearly to technical and non-technical audiences * Demonstrated success in leading and mentoring staff and coordinating across technical, financial, and administrative teams * Understanding of IT systems and network architectures and how they relate to cost and resource planning * Strong foundation in project management methodologies and tools (e.g., PMI framework); PMP certification or equivalent training a plus. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills NOTE: This part-time, hybrid position requires on-site presence of 20-30 hours per month. Pay Transparency Statement AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $193,600.00/Yr. - USD $323,400.00/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance. EEO Statement EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Statusbfb3568a-762b-4989-884b-a9682aa104ca