Project Manager

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Idaho Falls (ID)

On-site

USD 95,256 - 234,336

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Idaho National Laboratory is seeking a Project Manager to lead wireless research initiatives on a 9x80 schedule at our Idaho Falls site. You will manage scope, schedule, and budget, coordinate with DoD sponsors, and drive cross‑functional teams in a fast‑moving research environment.

The role requires fluency in wireless technology, strong communication, and the ability to bridge researchers and sponsors while adhering to federal program constraints. PMP/CAPM preferred.

Qualifications

Experience leading multi‑disciplinary teams on complex projects.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Experience or familiarity with DoD/government cyber planning.
Ability to plan, execute, and close out projects using PM tools.

Responsibilities

Lead multi‑disciplinary teams focused on industrial control systems tool development.
Coordinate requirements with internal and external DoD organizations.
Provide project leadership and visible vision for a growing mission area.
Plan, execute, and oversee complex projects; manage schedule and budget baselines.
Interface with sponsors and manage communications for deliverable quality.

Skills

Project leadership

Communication skills

Problem solving

Team coordination

DoD/US government experience

Proficiency with PM tools

RF/communications knowledge

Proposal writing

Security clearance knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

PhD

Tools

Jira

MS Project

Job description

Idaho National Laboratory needs Project Managers to lead high-impact projects that shape the future of energy, national security, and scientific innovation, with work directly contributing to the laboratory's legacy as a leader in nuclear technology, cybersecurity, and grid modernization. You'll plan, document, execute, manage, and report on projects, integrate and communicate with customers, partners, and managers of related projects, and determine appropriate products or services with clients to define project scope, requirements, and deliverables. Your responsibilities include utilizing project management techniques to assure technical, schedule, and budget baselines are controlled throughout each project phase, managing all projects in accordance with procedures and policies, collaborating with procurement and interfacing with customers regarding contract conditions, making improvements and solving problems when they arise, identifying project documentation requirements, reviewing inter‑organizational agreements and subcontract packages for completeness, performing project closeout activities including final cost reports and records closeout, and developing teams to successfully complete projects supporting mission‑critical research and infrastructure development.

Responsibilities:

Unlike traditional project management roles, this position demands genuine fluency in wireless technology. You will manage work that spans cellular network security, RF sensing, spectrum analysis, and next-generation communication systems. To be effective you must understand what researchers are building, what sponsors need, and how to bridge those two worlds under the constraints of federal research programs.

This exciting position requires technical project and business leadership skills, to include planning, coordinating, and driving project activities for various sponsors. The person in this position is expected to:

Have broad expertise and unique knowledge leading multi‑disciplinary teams focused on industrial control systems tool development.
Have extensive experience managing or working in DoD and other US government cyber‑related planning efforts to serve as INL spokesperson for developing advanced ideas and driving development of advanced solutions in this area.
Be a self‑starter who can provide true project/program leadership and vision for a rapidly growing mission area.
Facilitate the integration, synchronization, and coordination of requirements to internal and external DoD organizations to help address mission gaps.
Project Management Skills: Demonstrated ability to plan, execute, and oversee complex projects. Proficient in project management tools such as Jira, MS Project.
Technical Skills: In‑depth understanding of technical concepts and communications technologies is preferred. Experience with software development and systems integration is a plus.
Communication Skills: Demonstrate subject matter expertise and communication skills to interface with all levels of sponsor management and for project deliverable quality and integrity. Ability to effectively convey technical information to non‑technical stakeholders.
Problem‑Solving: Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities. Capable of handling multiple priorities and managing competing demands effectively.
Proven ability to work as a member of a team as well as autonomously without close supervision.
Experience working with US DoD. US DoD Special Operations and Acquisition Experience a plus.
Experience writing proposals, white papers, SBIR responses.
Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.
A high level of drive and energy, with a strong results orientation.
CAPM or PMP certification preferred.
Strong attention to detail.
Creative problem‑solving, initiative and excellent customer service skills.
Knowledge and interest in electronic communications and information technology.
Exercise independent judgment as well as a high level of analytical skill in solving technical, administrative, and managerial problems.
Experience working in a design and development environment.
Maintain current relationships with our sponsors, and to cultivate new relationships with future sponsors.
Demonstrated practical aptitude and willingness to learn new skills.
Well‑developed interpersonal and communication skills.
Experience with RF Communications.

Required:

Level 3: Bachelor’s and 5 years, Master’s and 2 years, PhD and 2 Years.
Level 4: Bachelor’s and 9 years, Master’s and 6 years, PhD and 4 Years.
Relevant experience functioning as a project lead, project manager, or lead role commensurate with level.
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Depending on the assigned directorate, may be required to obtain and maintain a “Q” level security clearance.

The ideal candidate will possess:

Project Management Professional (PMP) Certificate, Project Management Institute (PMI) Certification, or other equivalent certification.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, and work in an office and field/laboratory environment. The job requires hand/finger dexterity to keyboard or type, handle materials, manipulate tools, and reach with hands and arms. The job requires operation of job‑related equipment and driving a vehicle. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds without assistance. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with the public is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Information:

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Project Manager to work on our Wireless Research team. Our team works a 9x80 schedule located out of our Idaho Falls facility with every Friday off.

The pay range for this position is: Level 3 ($95,256 - $195,288) / Level # ($114,360 - $234,336). At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.
Multi‑Level: This is a multi‑level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills.
TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre‑employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.

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Benefits and Relocation

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match (regular positions) or self‑contribute access (postdoctoral positions)
Paid time off (personal leave)
Employee Education Program (tuition assistance for eligible positions)
Benefit eligibility subject to multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

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