Military Fellowship Program: Project Manager

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 85,768 - 117,931; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with 150% match up to 6%

Tuition reimbursement

3 weeks paid time off

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation in Hagerstown, Maryland, is seeking candidates for its Military Fellowship Program. This role involves managing projects from design to release in a dynamic environment, providing valuable professional training for transitioning military service members.

Applicants should hold a relevant bachelor’s degree, have project management experience, and possess strong analytical and leadership skills. The estimated salary range for this position is $85,768.30 to $117,931.40.

Generous benefits include a 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision insurance, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Currently serving on active duty and eligible for the DoD SkillBridge program.
• Minimum of 2+ years of experience in project management.
• Experience in managing project lifecycle from initiation through closeout.

Responsibilities

• Manage a project from design to release, monitoring from initiation through delivery.
• Develop and execute project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Track progress against milestones and prepare reports for stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Project management software

Job description

Role Overview

SNC’s Military Fellowship Program partners with SkillBridge and Hiring Our Heroes to provide up to six months of on‑the‑job industry training for active‑duty service members transitioning to the civilian workforce. The fellowship gives participants valuable work experience and professional networks as they prepare for full‑time civilian employment.

Responsibilities

• Manage a project from design to release for customers, monitoring the project from initiation through delivery and program closeout.
• Develop, define, and execute project plans, schedules, budgets, and deliverables; identify needed resources; and interface with internal and external customers or field‑based employees on technical matters.
• Lead simple projects such as studies, small task orders, internal R&D, level of effort, services only, spares, or projects with minimal deliverables.
• Provide introductory people‑management experience; direct team management is not required.
• Occasionally serve as a Control Account Manager on larger programs.
• Handle all aspects of the project lifecycle: proposal development, planning, scope definition, design, execution, delivery, and program closeout.
• Track progress against milestones, budgetary guidelines, and other performance indicators; prepare reports for stakeholders.
• Remain agile and flexible to adapt to frequent changes.

Mandatory Qualifications

• Currently serving on active duty and eligible to participate in the DoD SkillBridge program.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field.
• Minimum of 2+ years of experience in project management or a related/technical field (internships do not count).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project‑management software.
• Documented experience managing a project.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong analytical skills and capability to meet schedules.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Basic understanding of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or similar tools.
• Experience developing budgets and managing projects within those budgets.
• Experience managing project scope and scope creep during execution.
• Knowledge of resource planning and management during project execution.
• Experience with risk‑management planning and documentation.
• Familiarity with government contracting and regulations.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Legal & Eligibility Notice

To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicants must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., a protected individual as defined by 8U.S.C.1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce. Learn more about the background check process for security clearances.

Estimated Salary Range

$85,768.30 – $117,931.40.

Benefits

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans; 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%; life insurance; 3weeks paid time off; tuition reimbursement; and more.

EEO Statement

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.