F-35 Project Manager | Active Secret clearance

Transform technology into opportunity as a Project Manager at GDIT. Shape what’s next for mission-critical government projects while shaping what’s next for your engineering career.

The F-35 Lightning II Program is the DoWs focal point for defining affordable next generation strike aircraft weapon systems for the Navy, Air Force, Marines, and our allies. The F-35 will bring cutting-edge technologies to the battlespace of the future. The JSFs advanced airframe, autonomic logistics, avionics, propulsion systems, stealth, and firepower will ensure that the F-35 is the most affordable, lethal, supportable and survivable aircraft ever to be used by so many warfighters across the globe.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT:

As a Project Manager, the work you’ll do at GDIT will be impactful to the mission of our Cybersecurity team on the F-35 Lightning II Program.

• Monitor and support all aspects of multiple moderate and complex projects simultaneously.

• Participates as a member of and/or supports the specified program or project team.

• Serves as interface and point of contact with Government action officers and representatives for any project issues.

• Analyzes new and complex project related problems and creates innovative solutions involving scheduling implementation of associated tasks.

• Prepares long and short-range plans for implementation of new and expanded technologies to included systems and application implementation, network expansion and transition to operational activities.

• Applies government-instituted processes for documentation operational and change control management.

• Analyzes and tracks requirements, status of program/projects and schedules.

• Administrative work performing non-routine research and administrative tasks related to the coordination and oversight of projects to ensure timely and effective project development and completion.

• Will be responsible for coordinating, prioritizing and facilitating information within the department.

• Coordinates program or project planning and implementation, including assessing needs, setting goals and objectives alongside senior leadership and program analyst(s)

• Assists researchers and program analysts to define project scope and requirements

• Participates in project budget planning and development.

• Assisting the program analyst(s) with establishing the project work plan and calendar or schedules; monitors, reviews, and evaluates progress.

• Coordinates and attends meetings; establishes and maintains internal and external contacts as necessary.

• Records meeting discussions, as appropriate.

• Verifies and analyzes the accuracy of all data and information used or generated by project; resolves any discrepancies or problems.

• Prepares records of project activities (e.g. Project charter, schedule, meeting minutes, lessons learned, risks); oversees and ensures the timely processing in and the delivery of required materials.

• Monitors record keeping and file maintenance for the program or project.

• Serves as liaison for department; coordinates activities and exchanges information flow between project members, program analysts, and senior leadership as required.

• Provides administrative support (formatting, etc.) to the Team Lead with protocol driven research proposals, technical report, final reports, and peer reviewed manuscripts or presentations.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

Bring your Cyber expertise along with a drive for innovation to GDIT. Our Project Manager must have:

• Security Clearance Level: Active Secret clearance

• Required Experience: 8 years of project management experience within large and complex enterprise/corporate environments.

• Experience in analyzing program/project status and providing documentation to support project/program.

• Experience with ITSM based services.

• Required Certifications: DoD 8140.03 Work Role (802) IT Project Manager - Basic. Industry Certifications: PMP and ITIL Foundations (ITIL to be achieved within 3 months of hiring).

• Education: BS or BA degree. Allowable Substitution: An additional 6 years of experience is required without a BS/BA degree. An additional 4 years of experience is required with an AA/AS degree.

• Location: Hybrid – 2 days onsite in Arlington, VA; 3 days remote.

• US Citizenship Required.

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

• Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities

• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals

• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off

• Flexibility: Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home.

• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore a career in software development at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your dedication to advancing innovation.