Project Manager - Launch Systems IPT (PL)

Canvas; Clearfield (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Canvas is seeking a Project Management Support Specialist to join the Launch Systems IPT at Hill AFB, Utah. The role focuses on planning, tracking, and reporting across DT&E activities for AFNWC missile programs, in a classified on-site environment.

The ideal candidate holds a DoD clearance (active), a related bachelor's degree, and 4–6+ years of project management experience, with familiarity in Jira/Confluence/SharePoint and a willingness to travel up to 10%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field and 2+ years of experience; substitution options exist per DoD standards.
• Experience executing project management administration.
• Willingness to work on-site in a classified environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide task management support to DT&E activities for AFNWC missile systems.
• Plan, test, analyze, and report across multiple program phases with government/contractor teams.
• Maintain project management controls and track activity progress to meet deadlines.

Skills

DoD security clearance

Project management

PM administration

Jira/Confluence/SharePoint

Communication

Team collaboration

Travel up to 10%

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Jira

Confluence

SharePoint

Job description

Job Title: Project Manager - Launch Systems IPT
Location: Hill AFB, Utah
Canvas is currently seeking a Project Management Support Specialist to join our Launch Systems Integrated Product Team (IPT) and provide support to our Air Force customer at Hill Air Force Base Utah.

Responsibilities

• Provide task management support to the ICBM Combined Test Force (CTF) Lead Developmental Test & Evaluation Organization (LDTO) in developmental test and evaluation (DT&E) activities for AF Nuclear Weapons Center (AFNWC) missile systems.
• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary government and contractor team to plan, test, analyze, and report through multiple program acquisition phases.
• Support the Sentinel program developmental test effort to assess performance against stated program requirements.
• Maintain cognizance of all assigned team engineering activities.
• Recommend and implement process improvements.
• Assist in planning and coordinating test activities.
• Provide administrative support such as scheduling meetings, note taking, and preparing documents.
• Track test activity progress and update project management tools with current information. Communicate and coordinate with team members to ensure all tasks are on-track and completed on time.
• Research and compare locations, cost, and capabilities for test facilities.
• Assist in the preparation of test documents and presentations.
• Maintain test activity files and ensure all necessary documentation is kept up-to-date.
• Ensures appropriate project management controls are established and effectively used by the team.
• Analyze, organize, and prioritize work requirements to meet multiple deadlines while working in a fast tempo environment.
• Utilize resources effectively to accomplish mission, including the ability to work effectively alone, unsupervised, or within a group.
• Acts as Support Agreement Manager
• Understand and adhere to safety and security requirements.

Qualifications

Required knowledge, skills, and education

• Must possess (or be able to obtain) an active and transferrable DoD security clearance with current investigation at the required level. Must be able to maintain the required clearance.
• Experience in executing project management administration.
• Must be willing and able to work on-site in a classified environment.
• A Bachelor’s degree in related field and at least 2 years’ experience, some of which include portions of duties included herein. At least six years direct work experience or four years direct experience and an Associate’s degree can be substituted for a Bachelor degree.
• Work is timely, efficient, and of acceptable quality; completed work must meet project/program objectives.
• Personal and organizational interactions exhibit and foster cooperation and teamwork, enhance customer relations, and actively promote rapport with customers.
• Verbal and written communications are clear, concise, and at appropriate level.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality work within established timelines.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment while maintaining positive customer relationships.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently or within a group.
• Must be willing to travel up to 10%.
• Experience with unit project management software (e.g., Jira, Confluence, SharePoint, etc) highly desired.
• Experience in working with AFNWC organizations, designated test organizations, and/or prime contractors is highly desired.
• Familiarity with test and evaluation planning and processes consistent with DoD acquisition directives and policies is highly desired.