Project Manager

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MTSI is seeking a dynamic, results-driven Project Manager to support the SpaceWERX government program office in Los Angeles, California. The successful candidate will oversee a portfolio of space-related innovation projects, coordinate with government stakeholders, manage project execution, and ensure alignment with mission objectives. The Project Manager will also be responsible for ensuring compliance with SpaceWERX's operational and technical guidelines.

Why is MTSI known as a Great Place to Work?

• Interesting Work: Our co-workers support some of the most important and critical programs to our national defense and security.
• Values: Our first core value is that employees come first. We challenge our co-workers to provide the highest level of support and service, and reward them with some of the best benefits in the industry.
• 100% Employee Ownership: we have a stake in each other's success, and the success of our customers. It's also nice to know what's going on across the company; we have company wide town-hall meetings three times a year.
• Great Benefits - Most Full-Time Staff Are Eligible for:
• Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year
• Flexible schedules
• 6% 401k match with immediate vesting
• Semi-annual bonus eligibility (July and December)
• Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement account
• Up to $10,000 in annual tuition reimbursement
• Other company funded benefits, like life and disability insurance
• Optional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan
• Track Record of Success: We have grown every year since our founding in 1993

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a 100% employee-owned engineering services and solutions company that provides high-demand technical expertise in Digital Transformation, Modeling and Simulation, Rapid Capability Development, Test and Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomy, Cybersecurity and Mission Assurance.

MTSI delivers capabilities to solve problems of global importance. Founded in 1993, MTSI today has employees at over 20 offices and field sites worldwide.

For more information about MTSI, please visit www.mtsi-va.com.

* Lead, manage, and coordinate all aspects of the SpaceWERX program portfolio, including schedule, budget, and scope.

* Interface with government clients and stakeholders to define project requirements, expectations, and deliverables.

* Ensure the successful execution of innovative space missions and technologies by managing cross-functional teams.

* Oversee program/project reporting, including progress tracking, risk management, and performance assessments.

* Develop and maintain project schedules, including milestone tracking, and ensure timely delivery.

* Provide regular updates to government program office leadership on status, risks, and mitigation strategies.

* Coordinate meetings and presentations with stakeholders at various levels within government and private sector organizations in support of a strategy.

* Ensure compliance with all federal regulations and contracting processes, including adherence to security protocols and budget constraints.

* Oversee the internal transition planning efforts of a portfolio of innovative technologies and create and manage a governance structure for systematically updating and providing leadership with insights on portfolio return on investment.

* Facilitate collaboration between contractors, subcontractors, and internal teams, ensuring alignment with SpaceWERX goals and objectives.

* Provide leadership with well formulated courses of action by leveraging real time problem-solving and decision-making skills, especially in high-pressure or fast-paced environments.

Experience:

* At least 10 years of experience in project management, preferably supporting government contracts or space-related programs.
* Proven track record of managing complex, multi-disciplinary projects with government clients.
* Senior level engagement and briefing experience and providing guidance to senior officials on programs, policies, and strategies
* Experience sourcing and creating information channels and alliances across multi force structure to support organizational strategies and plans
* Experience in space technologies, satellite programs, or defense-related projects is highly desirable.
* Government staff officer experience is a plus
* Experience working within SpaceWERX/AFWERX or similar innovation initiatives is a plus

Skills Required:

* Strong understanding of federal government contracting, compliance, and acquisition processes and the planning, programming, budget and execution process to include requirements generation.
* Understanding and application of Joint Planning principles (Joint Publication 5-0).
* Ability to collect and analyze large amounts of innovation information from large numbers of diverse programs and synthesize current status, trends and effective courses of action are preferred
* Project management certifications (e.g., DAU, PMP, Agile, or similar) are preferred.
* Proficient with project management software (e.g., MS Project, Jira, or similar).
* Exceptional leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
* Ability to work in a collaborative and cross-functional team environment.
* Ability to handle multiple priorities, tight deadlines, and shifting priorities

Education:

Master's degree; Business, Project Management; Engineering, or other military studies related fiel

Clearance Requirements:

A SECRET Clearance is required. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.

ADDITIONAL NOTES:

* U.S. Citizenship is required
* Travel (up to 20%) may be required to government and industry locations.

The pay range for this position in California is $160,000/year to $190,000/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on established government contract rates, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, and other factors. MTSI also offers a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via MTSI's internal or external careers site.

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