Engineering Operations Manager

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and update an Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) with the senior project manager utilizing Microsoft Project Online.
• Manage the day-to-day execution activities of the Operations team of less than 10 personnel.
• Support the management team with the identification of continuous improvement opportunities and project execution efficiencies.
• Support cost management with the program finance team to manage project costs.
• Direct and review the work of project team members.
• Ensure the completion of maintenance checklists.
• Work with assigned technical lead to escalate problems and issues with the technical solution as identified by the operations team.
• Perform personnel assessment in conjunction with the senior project manager and technical project lead.
• Support the logistics efforts of shipping equipment to various DAF facilities.

Requirements

• Must have a SECRET security clearance.
• BA/BS with 5 years of professional experience, or 10 years of relevant experience without a degree.
• Understanding of Project Management Principles from Certifications and Training.
• 1 year of experience supporting the Department of Defense.
• Understanding of the methods and approach for developing a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).
• Excellent communication skills with experience briefing internal project team members.
• One of the following Certifications: Certificated Associate in Project Management - CAPM or PMI Scheduling Professional - PMI-SP.

Nice to Have

• Experience working with Microsoft Project Online.
• Additional project management certifications or training.
• Experience supporting large-scale enterprise IT projects.

Qualifications

• Educational background with a BA/BS degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Relevant experience supporting the Department of Defense.
• Project management knowledge and experience.
• Security clearance at the SECRET level.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive compensation package with a proposed salary range of $78,700 - $165,200.
• Comprehensive benefits including healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.
• Flexible time off and access to robust learning resources.
• A culture of integrity, trust, and continuous growth.
• Opportunity to work on critical national missions and advance your career.