Engineering Project Manager – Classified Programs

The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University; Reston (VA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition discount (75%)

Competitive benefits package

Generous paid time off

Job summary

The Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State University seeks an Engineering Project Advisor to support the Data Analysis Department. The role covers cost/schedule reporting, subcontract management, and coordination across IT, Security, and Facilities in a secure environment.

Responsibilities include briefing development, offsite team support, and ensuring timely delivery of project milestones. On-site/hybrid work options exist in PA or VA; US citizenship required for security clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with 3+ years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a security clearance (Top Secret/SCI).
• Experience with project management, subcontracting, and cost/schedule reporting.

Responsibilities

• Track and report project cost and schedule milestones and maintain QA processes.
• Manage subcontracting activities: expenditures, invoicing, and CDRL delivery.

Skills

Project management

Budget tracking

Subcontract management

Reporting

Meeting facilitation

Excel

Confluence

JIRA

Communication

Security clearance TS/SCI

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State University seeks an Engineering Project Advisor to support the Data Analysis Department. The role covers cost/schedule reporting, subcontract management, and coordination across IT, Security, and Facilities in a secure environment.

Responsibilities include briefing development, offsite team support, and ensuring timely delivery of project milestones. On-site/hybrid work options exist in PA or VA; US citizenship required for security clearance.