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WR Systems ยท 16 hours ago

Project Manager

WR Systems is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead a multi-discipline team supporting a complex systems engineering effort. The role involves overseeing all phases of a program focused on developing and fielding a new inertial navigation system, ensuring timely completion of projects, and managing project staff and resources.

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Responsibilities

Serve as the customer advocate for assigned projects taking ownership of assigned customer requirements
Responsible for assembling the project team, assigning individual responsibilities, identifying appropriate resources needed, and developing schedules to ensure timely completion of projects
Develop project plans (identify requirements, scope definition, project schedules utilizing an integrated master schedule, WBS, risk management, etc.)
Support the development of cost estimates, quotes, and prepares budgets
Monitor and control project work (scope, schedule, cost, quality, risk, etc.) executes, staffs, budgets, and closes out projects
Manage project staff, assigns responsibilities, manages resources, and ensures stakeholder needs are met (especially customers)
Prepare and submit performance reports to senior managers (project managers, program managers, company executives) including resource projections and performance forecasts
Aid the negotiation of delivery orders and contractual changes
Support the preparation of related proposals, plans, specifications, and reports
Develop resolutions to project issues and escalates them as appropriate to Program Manager or Program Director
May examine estimates of material, equipment, and production related items, reviews costs, performance requirements, and delivery schedules to ensure completeness and accuracy
Establish and maintains contact with subcontractors
Assist executive and senior management in the development and formulation of long- and short-range planning, policies, programs and objectives
Identify, recommend, and implement changes to improve productivity and reduce cost
Directs the establishment, implementation and maintenance of production standards

Qualification

Systems RequirementsOperational RequirementsTest & EvaluationProject ManagementPMP CertificationMicrosoft Office SuiteNavy Navigation SystemsMicrosoft ProjectFederal Contracts FamiliarityTeam Leadership

Required

Active Secret Clearance is required to start
In lieu of degree: Technical training in U.S. Navy navigation systems and eight (8) years of hands-on experience with Navy navigation equipment and systems
Must include expertise in at least three (3) of the following four (4) areas: Systems Requirements, Operational Requirements, Test & Evaluation, Training
Five (5) to Ten (10) years of experience managing complex technical or systems engineering projects
Familiarity with federal contracts, task orders, and FAR/DFAR requirements
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Engineering Management fields highly preferred
Bachelor's degree in Business or similar preferred
Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams preferred
Strong background in Navy Navigation Systems preferred
PMP certification or formal project management training preferred
Experience with Microsoft Project preferred

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k)
Paid Time Off
Company Paid Holidays
Life Insurance
Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Account
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement

Company

WR Systems

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WR Systems supported some of the world's most well known and demanding customers by providing mission-critical technical solutions.

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Brad Golden
CEO & CFO
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