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PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Project Management Specialist 3, in Everett, WA. Job ID#216235
Pay Rate: $59 - $64/hr
Job Description:
Seeking a Mid-level or Senior Project Manager to join our Network and Digital Connectivity Systems team.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing complex projects, with a focus on innovation and efficiency. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess exceptional leadership skills, strategic thinking, and can develop a deep understanding of network systems, we invite you to apply for this critical role. Your expertise will play a pivotal part in advancing our cutting-edge projects and contributing to the success of our organization. Network and Digital Connectivity Systems includes but is not limited to Onboard Network Systems Core Network, Electronic Flight bag, Ground Offboard Communication.
Position Responsibilities:
• Workflow Management: Implement and roll out organization-wide workflow management processes: evaluate and adopt new workflow tools, define and document end-to-end processes, drive change management, and train teams to ensure consistent usage and process compliance.
• Strategic Planning: Develop and implement comprehensive project plans aligned with our organizational objectives, ensuring efficient use of resources and adherence to timelines
• Leadership and Team Integration: Lead cross-functional project teams, fostering collaboration and motivation to achieve project milestones and deliverables
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks and proactively implement mitigation strategies to ensure the successful execution of projects.
• Stakeholder Communication: Effectively communicate project status, updates, and potential issues to key stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with organizational goals
• Continuous Improvement: Drive a culture of continuous improvement, seeking opportunities to optimize project processes and enhance overall project management practices within the aerospace domain
• Network Systems Expertise: Demonstrate an understanding of aerospace network systems, ensuring the successful integration and functionality of digital connectivity solutions within the aerospace environment
These tasks reflect the diverse responsibilities a Project Manager in Network and Digital connectivity systems might handle, combining technical expertise with leadership and strategic thinking
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location.
The position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a "US Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. "US Person" includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Basic Qualifications:
• Experience in managing complex project schedules and managing large scale program and projects
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong executive presentation skills
• Hands-on experience with one or more dashboarding/data visualization tools (e.g., Looker, Tableau, Power BI, Grafana) and basic SQL skills for querying data sources.
• 5+ years in program/product/technical program management, analytics program management, or similar role.
• 5+ years' experience in advising and influencing managers or non-managers to meet schedules or resolve technical or operational problems
Preferred Qualifications:
• PMP or Project Management Certification
• Experience with Microsoft Project and other work management tools, such as JIRA or Azure Dev Ops (ADO)
• Experience working with international teams and stakeholders
• Background in change management and enabling organizations to adopt dashboards and data-driven processes.
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards and regulations.
• Master's degree in a related field.
• Experience with scripting or automation (Python, SQL automation, or similar) to maintain ETL/ingestion tasks.
Education / Experience:
Bachelor's and typically 6 or more years' related work experience, a Master's degree and typically 4 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.
VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit http://www.tadpgs.com/candidate-privacy/ or https://pdsdefense.com/candidate-privacy/
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
Pay Rate: $59 - $64/hr
Job Description:
Seeking a Mid-level or Senior Project Manager to join our Network and Digital Connectivity Systems team.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing complex projects, with a focus on innovation and efficiency. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess exceptional leadership skills, strategic thinking, and can develop a deep understanding of network systems, we invite you to apply for this critical role. Your expertise will play a pivotal part in advancing our cutting-edge projects and contributing to the success of our organization. Network and Digital Connectivity Systems includes but is not limited to Onboard Network Systems Core Network, Electronic Flight bag, Ground Offboard Communication.
Position Responsibilities:
• Workflow Management: Implement and roll out organization-wide workflow management processes: evaluate and adopt new workflow tools, define and document end-to-end processes, drive change management, and train teams to ensure consistent usage and process compliance.
• Strategic Planning: Develop and implement comprehensive project plans aligned with our organizational objectives, ensuring efficient use of resources and adherence to timelines
• Leadership and Team Integration: Lead cross-functional project teams, fostering collaboration and motivation to achieve project milestones and deliverables
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks and proactively implement mitigation strategies to ensure the successful execution of projects.
• Stakeholder Communication: Effectively communicate project status, updates, and potential issues to key stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with organizational goals
• Continuous Improvement: Drive a culture of continuous improvement, seeking opportunities to optimize project processes and enhance overall project management practices within the aerospace domain
• Network Systems Expertise: Demonstrate an understanding of aerospace network systems, ensuring the successful integration and functionality of digital connectivity solutions within the aerospace environment
These tasks reflect the diverse responsibilities a Project Manager in Network and Digital connectivity systems might handle, combining technical expertise with leadership and strategic thinking
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location.
The position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a "US Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. "US Person" includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Basic Qualifications:
• Experience in managing complex project schedules and managing large scale program and projects
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong executive presentation skills
• Hands-on experience with one or more dashboarding/data visualization tools (e.g., Looker, Tableau, Power BI, Grafana) and basic SQL skills for querying data sources.
• 5+ years in program/product/technical program management, analytics program management, or similar role.
• 5+ years' experience in advising and influencing managers or non-managers to meet schedules or resolve technical or operational problems
Preferred Qualifications:
• PMP or Project Management Certification
• Experience with Microsoft Project and other work management tools, such as JIRA or Azure Dev Ops (ADO)
• Experience working with international teams and stakeholders
• Background in change management and enabling organizations to adopt dashboards and data-driven processes.
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards and regulations.
• Master's degree in a related field.
• Experience with scripting or automation (Python, SQL automation, or similar) to maintain ETL/ingestion tasks.
Education / Experience:
Bachelor's and typically 6 or more years' related work experience, a Master's degree and typically 4 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.
VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit http://www.tadpgs.com/candidate-privacy/ or https://pdsdefense.com/candidate-privacy/
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
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