SMX is seeking a Project Manager to join the integrated program management office (PMO) in a leadership position supporting multiple contracts, task orders/projects, and will serve as a liaison with government points of contact. The ideal candidate will assist the program leadership team with staffing, training, administrative oversight, operations management, and collaborate with multiple technical teams to achieve the overall mission objectives.
This position requires a DoD TS/SCI security clearance which requires US citizenship for work on DoD contracts
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Assists with coordination of priorities and resources between multiple projects
- Reports status, develop program/project-related documentation, implements lessons learned, and updates and maintains production and quality metrics for assigned programs and projects
- Supports operational planning, execution, and evaluation of a multi-faceted program that requires collaboration with customers to identify new project opportunities
- Supports the orchestration/development of operational data calls, report outs, and performance products as required to support and bolster SMX posture for current and future business
- Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with the government’s program managers
- Develops short- and long-range goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures in accordance with contract parameters
Required Skills & Experience
- Required clearance: Active Top Secret with SCI Eligibility
- Demonstrable success in government contracting (DoD preferred) through prior work experience in a customer-facing role
- Experience working in a role responsible for DoD funding (planning, executing, overseeing)
- Previous experience in DoD Communication Platforms and Networks; testing/evaluation and/or operations
- Previous experience in tactical and enterprise network operations, preferably in a leadership role
- Knowledge of process improvement techniques and ability to direct improvement initiatives
- Experience interacting with and briefing senior government and industry acquisition leaders on topics related to programmatic, technology, and financial status
- Experience supporting large contracts leading complex development, production, fielding of platforms, and/or support initiatives with technical objectives
- Experience with the Special Operations Command (SOCOM) in a Program Management or Technical Leadership role
Desired Skills & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering, business, or a related discipline – desired MA/MS
- Deep understanding of and relationships with the Intelligence Community and federal interagency partners
- Experience managing global projects
- Experience with managing relationships with non-US military personnel
- 15+ years of management/supervision experience in tactical network-related, information technology, or engineering fields/programs
- Budget management and execution experience
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The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.
At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.
We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.
SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.
Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.
SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).
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