Project Manager

Astrion; Eglin Air Force Base (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrion seeks a Project Manager for the Eglin AFB, FL site to lead the Air Force SEEK EAGLE evaluation and related compatibility analyses. You will coordinate with external customers and internal teams to shepherd budgets, schedules, and resources, ensuring timely flight recommendations and store certification actions.

The role requires an extensive PM background, DoD experience, and the ability to operate in a structured, team-based environment with strong communication and problem-solving

Qualifications

• 10 years experience with Associate’s degree or equivalent
• 6 years of directly relevant experience
• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Active Secret Security Clearance
• Knowledge/Experience of/with AF Aircraft and Weapon Systems
• Project Management background/experience
• Advanced thinking and problem solving ability
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Very good attention to detail and a candidate who takes ownership and pride in all work
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently, as well as with a team

Responsibilities

• Support Air Force SEEK EAGLE Evaluation by collaborating with external customers and internal stakeholders
• Manage budget, schedule, and resources for SEEK EAGLE objectives
• Communicate with internal and external SEEK EAGLE stakeholders
• Participate in airborne weapon systems development, integration, test, and evaluation
• Brief internal and external SEEK EAGLE stakeholders effectively
• Travel as required (10–20%)

Skills

Project management

Security clearance

U.S. citizenship

AF aircraft knowledge

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Independent worker

PMP certification

Education

Associate degree in a related field

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Master’s degree in a related field

Job description

Overview

PROJECT MANAGER

LOCATION:Eglin AFB, FL

JOB STATUS:Full-TimeCLEARANCE: Secret

CERTIFICATION: PMP is desired

TRAVEL:10-20%

Astrion has an exciting opportunity fora PROJECT MANAGER located at EGLIN AFB, FL.

The Project Manager shall support the Air Force SEEK EAGLE Evaluation of Compatibility and Technical Advisory process by collaborating with external customers and internal stakeholders to accomplish weapon/store compatibility analyses and flight recommendation. This will include the management of budget, schedule, and resources as well as communication with internal and external stakeholders in the SEEK EAGLE process.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• 10 years experience with Associate’s degree
• 6 years of directly relevant experience
• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Active Secret Security Clearance
• Knowledge/Experience of/with AF Aircraft and Weapon Systems
• Project Management background/experience
• Advanced thinking and problem solving ability
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Very good attention to detail and a candidate who takes ownership and pride in all work
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently, as well as with a team

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• 7 years with Bachelor’s degree or 3 years with Master’s degree in a relatable field
• 10+ years of directly relevant experience
• PMP or other certification
• Familiarity with engineering practices and processes
• Experience interacting with external customers/stakeholders for DoD programs
• Aircrew or maintenance experience with the F-35 aircraft
• Familiarity with aircraft delivered weapons and their components

RESPONSIBILITIES

• The work performed will be in direct support to the Air Force SEEK EAGLE Program.
• The ideal candidate will be a strong team player with excellent communication skills accustomed to disciplined software development and analysis processes. This position will require collaborative work as part of a larger team.
• Must be able to work directly with contractor and Government personnel in a mixed badge environment to accomplish the Air Force SEEK EAGLE mission.
• Participate in airborne weapon systems development, integration, test, and/or evaluation
• Effectively communicate/brief internal and external SEEK EAGLE stakeholders
• Manage budget, schedule, and resources to accomplish SEEK EAGLE mission objectives and store certification analyses within established constraints
• Assist in the estimation process for future store certification efforts
• Collaborate with other SEEK EAGLE Project Managers and Government personnel to improve SEEK EAGLE processes
• Travel is expected to be between 10% and 20%

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