Senior PM: Operations & Test & Evaluation

Planitec BTP; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 63,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi seeks a Project Manager III for Operations, Test and Evaluation to lead complex research and testing programs within the Autonomy Research Institute. You will manage schedules, budgets, and deliverables while coordinating with internal teams and external partners across air, land, water, and space domains.

The role focuses on operational planning, test operations, and mission execution, requiring strong communication skills and experience with government

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable field.
• Seven years of related experience; advanced degrees may substitute.
• Experience planning, executing, monitoring, and closing out complex projects.
• Experience coordinating research, testing, aviation, or multidomain operations.
• Knowledge of project management principles and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and lead project meetings with stakeholders.
• Develop schedules, budgets, and deliverables; monitor performance.
• Coordinate with partners to execute research and testing activities.
• Ensure compliance with contracts, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare executive briefings and technical reports.

Skills

Strong written and verbal comms

MS Office proficiency

Critical thinking

Leadership of professional staff

Multi-project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in applicable field

Master’s degree in applicable field

Doctoral degree in applicable field

Job description

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi seeks a Project Manager III for Operations, Test and Evaluation to lead complex research and testing programs within the Autonomy Research Institute. You will manage schedules, budgets, and deliverables while coordinating with internal teams and external partners across air, land, water, and space domains.

The role focuses on operational planning, test operations, and mission execution, requiring strong communication skills and experience with government