F-35 Project Manager | Secret clearance

Transform technology into opportunity as a Project Manager with GDIT. A career in enterprise IT means connecting and enhancing the systems that matter most. At GDIT you’ll be at the forefront of innovation and play a meaningful part in improving how agencies operate.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. Our work depends on Project Manager joining our Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) F-35 IT program in Arlington, VA.

The Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) F-35 IT program support contract provides knowledge-based, information assurance and cybersecurity IT services to the F-35 Lightning II Joint Program Office (JPO). Our services include program management, enterprise performance management, enterprise architecture, implementation of emerging capabilities and requirements, life cycle management, operations & maintenance, enterprise data management, service desk support and IT training. 

HOW OUR PROJECT MANAGER WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:

• 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:

• Security Clearance Level: Active Secret clearance

• Required Experience: 8 years

• 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:

• 401K with company match

• Comprehensive health and wellness packages

• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career

• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications

• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from

• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays