INFORMATION SYS PROJECT MANAGER 3

HII; Pascagoula (MS); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Ingalls Shipbuilding, part of HII, seeks an IT Project Manager 3 to lead medium-to-large technology initiatives. You will plan, track, and deliver cross‑functional projects with stakeholders, IT teams, vendors, and MSPs. Ensure alignment with PMO standards and effective communication across audiences.

The ideal candidate has experience coordinating IT projects and applying PMI best practices, with a focus on disciplined execution and measurable outcomes. Hybrid telework is available.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating IT projects and communicating with stakeholders.
• Familiarity with PMI guidelines and PMO governance is preferred.
• Strong organizational and scheduling abilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, track, and deliver cross‑functional IT projects.
• Define project scope and create schedules.
• Monitor progress, risks and issue logs.
• Ensure effective communication across technical and non-technical teams.
• Align project execution with PMI standards and PMO governance.

Skills

Project management

IT project coordination

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma

Associates degree

Bachelor's degree

Masters degree

PhD

Tools

Microsoft Planner Premium

Job description

Req ID: 50351

Team: 58 Information Systems

Entity: Ingalls Shipbuilding

US Citizenship Required for this Position: No

Full-Time

Shift: 1st

Relocation: No relocation assistance available

Virtual/Telework Opportunity: Yes - Occasional or hybrid telework available

Travel Requirement: No

We’re building tomorrow’s fleet today

With More Than 11,000 Employees, HII’s Ingalls Shipbuilding Division Is The Largest Manufacturing Employer In Mississippi And a Major Contributor To The Economic Growth Of Alabama. For Nearly 85 Years, We’ve Designed, Built And Maintained Amphibious Ships, Destroyers, And Cutters For The U.S. Navy And The U.S. Coast Guard. The Largest Supplier Of U.S. Navy Surface Combatants, We’re Simultaneously Building Four Classes Of Ships And Have Pioneered The Development And Production Of Technologically Advanced, Highly Capable Ships For The Surface Navy Fleet For Decades. Think That’s Cool? Keep Reading

The Role

We are seeking a capable and detail‑oriented IT Project Manager 3 to support and lead medium‑to‑large technology initiatives. In this role, you will help plan, track, and deliver cross‑functional projects by working closely with business stakeholders, IT teams, vendors, and managed service providers. You will assist with defining project scope, creating project schedules, monitoring progress, managing risks, and ensuring communication flows effectively across technical and non‑technical audiences. This position plays a key role in supporting project execution, maintaining alignment with PMO standards, and contributing to predictable delivery outcomes. The ideal candidate has experience coordinating IT projects, communicating clearly with diverse stakeholders, and applying project management best practices aligned with PMI guidelines. This role focuses on disciplined project management and execution to ensure projects meet intended business objectives. This role bridges the gap between technical implementation Requisition Logistics Form SSF H7196 (11/30/18) Ingalls Shipbuilding HII Proprietary and business impact-ensuring projects are aligned with strategic objectives. Key Responsibilities include: established project management best practices and methodologies aligned with PMI standards, including structured planning, risk management, stakeholder engagement, and adherence to PMO governance.

Must Have

• High School diploma and 9 years of experience


• Associates degree and 7 years of experience


• Bachelors degree and 5 years of experience


• Masters degree or above and 3 years of experience


• PHD and 0 years of experience

Nice to Have

• PMP or CAPM o Experience managing multiple concurrent projects within complex organizational structures involving outsourced partners and managed service providers. Strong technical background


• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical information to non‑technical and management audiences.


• Basic financial awareness, including experience supporting budget tracking.


• Experience in shipbuilding or other manufacturing industry is highly desirable.


• Experience with Microsoft Planner Premium

AI Literacy

Demonstrable experience with AI-powered project management tools for scheduling, resource planning, or risk insights.

Why HII

We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. HII’s diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well‑being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Working at HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a future. We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices, on‑site health centers, tele‑medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, savings plan options (401K), financial education and planning tools, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post‑secondary education scholarships, and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.

Do You Need Assistance?

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e‑mail address.

Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #1 for Ingalls Shipbuilding.