Engineering Project Manager Pay will be market rate 90% onsite work Kelly Government Solutions is hiring for an engineering project manager on a government contract with our customer in Sterling Heights, MI.
: Our customer is looking for an Engineering Project Manager. This individual would ultimately be responsible for the planning and execution of engineering projects in our wheeled division which includes ensuring all obligations are clearly identified to successfully meet project cost, schedule, and technical performance requirements.
*What We Offer: * 9-80 Work Schedule (This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off)
On-going learning opportunities within a diverse, inclusive, and rewarding work environment
Onsite cafeteria, remodeled fitness center, and outdoor fitness track
Duties and Responsibilities: Understand and apply the fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of systems engineering that will aid in the ability to plan and execute engineering projects
Create project plans and schedules by working with the engineering organization
Lead projects and technical teams in the design, validation, and configuration management of platform product improvements
Manage all projects within agreed upon scope, schedule, and budget to a high level of quality and safety
Prepare bids and support any applicable proposal development efforts
Provide support to other functional organizations (Program Office, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, Finance, etc.) as necessary to ensure successful project completion
Forecast resources for the engineering projects for which you are responsible
Coordinate and support the development of corrective action activities
Identify critical issues requiring action in a timely manner and manage to closure
Develop and present executive level summaries
Utilize established metrics for monitoring project performance
*Requirements: * Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, or Computer Engineering preferred. Other technical degrees will be considered with relevant experience. Advanced/additional degree in Business Administration a plus
Ten (10) + years relevant experience in the engineering/defense industries
Familiar with Earned Value Management
Familiar with the defense acquisition process
Experienced in technical interface with customers
Organizational capabilities to direct and lead others in a team-based environment
Analytical skills and ability to direct and consult on technical analyses
Must be willing to travel (domestic and/or foreign) as needed
Must be able to work occasional evening and/or weekend overtime
This position will require eligibility to obtain a US security clearance. (Non-US Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance)
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