Project Manager - Technical with Security Clearance

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Job description

Job Description Ready for What's Next? Kratos Defense & Security Solutions develops and fields transformative, affordable technology, platforms, and systems for United States National Security related customers, allies, and commercial enterprises. We proactively build trusted relationships with our peers, partners and customers, and take ownership for our actions-always striving to do the right thing. Our team is seeking aProject Manager for Kratos Space and Cyber Protection Divisionin Colorado Springs, CO. Key Duties include : Directly manage technical project teams on various Cyber projects.
Manageproject baselines, tracking and estimating budgets and technical progress for the project.
Work with System Design Engineer, provide advice to our customers on potential solutions.
Properly manage proprietary and classified information and activities.
Interface directly with customers to ensure project requirements are met and ensure that our performance exceeds customer expectations.
Manage sub-contractors and vendors, as applicable.
Developand deliver effective customer presentations (design reviews, statusreports, kickoff meetings, test plans) demonstrating an ability to communicate comfortably at a system level.
Report on project financial performance and schedule performance to senior management on a monthly basis.
Travel as necessary to attend conferences and customer meetings (20%) Experience and Skills Minimum of 3 or more year's of relevant project management experience in technology or engineering applications
Required to have at least a Top Secret clearance, with SCI Eligibility
Willingness to learn, take ownership, and deliver high-quality results in an unstructured environment
Prior experience in Project Management or Technical Leadership roles
Generating and effectively managing funding profiles
Support, build, track, and status project/program schedules
Track and status project/program budget and execution
Experience in leading a technical team comprised of a diverse group of engineers across multiple disciplines
Present programmatic information to team members, management and customers as appropriate
A self-starter and able to work in a fast paced execution environment, with small and large engineering project teams (an absolute must)
Excellent written and oral communications skills Preferred Skills and Experience Working knowledge of RF systems
Knowledge and Experience using MS Excel & Word
Knowledge and Experience using PowerPoint
Direct experience managing FFP, T&M, and CP types of contracts.
Project Management Certification PMP (desired)
Experience with Agile program execution methodologies Competitive salary based on experience and education Salary Range: $120,000-$140,000 Kratos is valued for our ability to design and deliver leading edge, resilient solutions for aerospace communication, control, awareness and mission success across a continuum of offerings-from commercial to tailored custom solutions and integrated programs. Customers trust us to stay relevant and know we are in it for the long-haul. We bring both the capability and confidence that our customers value and depend on. And, we always deliver. Job Benefits Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
401(k) Savings Plan
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Paid Time-Off (PTO)
Holidays
Education Reimbursement

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