Mission-Critical Project Manager - Onsite & Secret Cleared

Tri Star Engineering, Inc.; Crane (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Tri Star Engineering, Inc. in Indiana near Crane is seeking a Task Manager to lead mission-critical NSWC Crane projects, handling planning, execution and oversight of complex technical tasks onsite. The role requires managing cross-functional teams, maintaining integrated project plans, and ensuring contractual compliance and reporting.

A Secret clearance is required; U.S. citizenship is mandatory. This position emphasizes disciplined governance, risk management, and strong communication with

Qualifications

• Experience with formal customer reporting and structured governance environments.
• Must hold an active Secret clearance or the ability to obtain one.
• Must be able to remain stationary position 50% of the time.
• Occasionally move throughout the office to access equipment and materials.
• Frequently communicates with coworkers, management, and customers; must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• PMP, Agile Scrum Master, or equivalent project management certifications.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain integrated project plans with scope, deliverables, schedules and milestones.
• Coordinate cross-functional execution across software, cyber, operations, supply chain, quality, contracts, finance, and IT.
• Control costs and schedules with baseline management, forecasting and variance analysis.
• Support financial management activities and reporting to contractual obligations and internal governance requirements.
• Identify risks and dependencies, including regulatory obligations, export controls, information security, and mission impact.
• Develop mitigation and contingency plans to support successful execution.
• Serve as the primary interface for stakeholders regarding project execution and coordination.
• Support reviews, readiness reviews, status reporting and decision forums with clear communications.
• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements and defense acquisition expectations.
• Support change control, audits, configuration awareness and quality management throughout the lifecycle.
• Drive accountability and delivery by facilitating meetings and cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

PM certifications

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, project management, operations, or a related field

Job description

Tri Star Engineering, Inc. in Indiana near Crane is seeking a Task Manager to lead mission-critical NSWC Crane projects, handling planning, execution and oversight of complex technical tasks onsite. The role requires managing cross-functional teams, maintaining integrated project plans, and ensuring contractual compliance and reporting.

A Secret clearance is required; U.S. citizenship is mandatory. This position emphasizes disciplined governance, risk management, and strong communication with