Project Management Specialist (General Project Mgmt)

Project Management Specialist (General Project Mgmt)

Company:

The Boeing Company

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Project Management Specialist Exploration Upper Stage Integrated Product Team (IPT) Element Leader to join NASA’s Space Launch System (SLS) Program in New Orleans, LA.

NASA’s Space Launch System (SLS) is key to returning the United States to the Moon and sending the first astronauts on to Mars. This position is responsible for overall execution of engineering, supply chain and operations activities for the Exploration Upper Stage Elements. This position reports to the SLS Exploration Upper Stage IPT Leader. 

Position Responsibilities:

• Manages multi-disciplinary Element(s) within the larger Integrated Product Team (IPT)
• Develops and maintains project baselines (technical, cost, schedule, requirements, configuration, etc.)
• Utilizes EVM to manage project performance, review and approve variances, and ensure accurate EAC for respective element(s)
• Characterizes and manages risks, issues, and opportunities with executable and relevant mitigation plans, and accurate financial impacts
• Implements program processes, and seek out process improvements to eliminate waste and drive execution
• Monitors metrics to manage IPT performance, identify program risk, and prioritize resource allocation
• Reports status to program and executive leadership, both internal and with the customer
• Supports proposal development (tech volume, BOEs, schedule, resources, GR&A), and negotiations
• Supports major subcontractor component/part development and delivery to support production activities
• Assists with staffing plan development; participate in hiring, performance management, and career development
• Maintains a high performing integrated team with a positive culture driven by Boeing values

This position is expected to be 100% onsite.  The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location.

This is a NASA safety-sensitive position and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required.  “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.  

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor's degree or higher
• 5+ years’ experience in leading and/or managing complex projects
• 5+ years’ experience in delegating and ensuring performance of assigned responsibilities and tasks as a project team leader
• Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM)
• Experience with the Boeing proposal process
• Experience leading or managing multiple cross-functional teams.
• Experience briefing Executive & Senior Customer Leadership

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor’s in engineering
• 8+ years of project/program management
• Experience as a Control Account Manager (CAM)
• Experience with baseline/change management, customer & supplier communication, as well as understanding of execution of program planning and control

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Shift:

This Position is for 1st Shift

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent.  Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. 

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. 

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. 

Summary Pay Range:

$132,600 – $179,400

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Export Control Requirement:

This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Safety Sensitive:

This is a NASA safety-sensitive position and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

Security Clearance:

This position does not require a Security Clearance.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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