Project / Work Plan Manager

ASRC Federal; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ASRC Federal Systems Solutions, a subsidiary of ASRC Federal, seeks a Project Manager (Work Plan Manager) to support mission‑critical operations at Edwards Air Force Base, California. You will lead project coordination efforts, oversee schedules and budgets, and facilitate communication across multiple stakeholders to ensure projects are executed from planning through completion.

This role requires a highly organized professional who can translate requirements into actionable plans, maintain

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 5–7 years in project management or related field.
• Experience managing project budgets and financial tracking.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Strong organizational, written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance.
• Valid California driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers and internal stakeholders regarding project status, schedules, and issues.
• Coordinate communications between customers, vendors, project teams, and contract leadership.
• Review project requirements and translate them into actionable project plans.
• Develop and maintain project requirements, schedules, and tracking documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Track project expenditures and provide weekly cost and status reports to contract management and customer stakeholders.
• Maintain organized project documentation, digital records, and reporting tools.
• Consolidate information from multiple sources into centralized tracking systems and databases.
• Monitor project schedules, identify risks, and recommend mitigation or recovery plans.
• Coordinate staffing, resources, and material requirements to support project execution.
• Plan, facilitate, and lead recurring project meetings.
• Communicate project milestones, accomplishments, risks, and overall status to leadership and customers.
• Support continuous process improvements to enhance project execution and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Budget management

Excel

Organizational skills

Communication skills

DoD security clearance

Scheduling

Customer service

Presentation skills

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

ASRC Federal is a leading government contractor furthering missions in space, public health and defense. As an Alaska Native owned corporation, our work helps secure an enduring future for our shareholders. Join our team and discover why we are a top veteran employer and Certified Great Place to Work™.

ASRC Federal Systems Solutions, a subsidiary of ASRC Federal, is seeking a Project Manager (Work Plan Manager) to support mission‑critical operations at the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) at Edwards Air Force Base, California.

This position is ideal for a highly organized, proactive professional who thrives in a fast‑paced environment. You will lead project coordination efforts, oversee schedules and budgets, facilitate communication across multiple stakeholders, and ensure projects are executed successfully from planning through completion.

What You'll Do

• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers and internal stakeholders regarding project status, schedules, and issues.
• Coordinate communications between customers, vendors, project teams, and contract leadership.
• Review project requirements and translate them into actionable project plans.
• Develop and maintain project requirements, schedules, and tracking documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Track project expenditures and provide weekly cost and status reports to contract management and customer stakeholders.
• Maintain organized project documentation, digital records, and reporting tools.
• Consolidate information from multiple sources into centralized tracking systems and databases.
• Monitor project schedules, identify risks, and recommend mitigation or recovery plans.
• Coordinate staffing, resources, and material requirements to support project execution.
• Plan, facilitate, and lead recurring project meetings.
• Communicate project milestones, accomplishments, risks, and overall status to leadership and customers.
• Support continuous process improvements to enhance project execution and customer satisfaction.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 5–7 years of experience in project management, program coordination, executive support, office administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience managing project budgets and financial tracking.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, including the ability to present to audiences ranging from small teams to large groups.
• Outstanding customer service and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience developing and maintaining project schedules while communicating schedule changes and risks.
• Strong computer skills, including troubleshooting presentation and meeting technology.
• Valid California driver's license.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Training or certifications in project management disciplines such as Microsoft Project, Agile/Scrum, Contract Management, or advanced Microsoft Excel.
• Experience supporting government, aerospace, defense, engineering, or research organizations.

Additional Requirements

• Regular, dependable attendance during normal business hours is essential.
• Must be willing to work outside normal business hours, including overtime with as little as one hour's notice, when mission requirements dictate.

Why Join ASRC Federal?

• Support mission‑critical programs at the Air Force Research Laboratory.
• Collaborate with government and industry leaders on innovative defense technologies.
• Grow your career in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment supporting Space defense.
• Make a meaningful impact on programs that advance the future of defense and research.

We invest in the lives of our employees, both in and out of the workplace, by providing competitive pay and benefits packages. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law.

The salary offered will depend on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, education, geographic location, internal equity, business needs, and other factors permitted by law. Posted pay ranges are a general guideline only and are not a guarantee of compensation or salary.

ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.