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The Tactical Solutions Strategic Business Unit delivers mission system solutions, from specialized antennas to electro-optical technologies, to the warfighter. Our systems enhance the performance of various military platforms, from aircraft and land vehicles to ships and satellites, and give warfighters the advantage they need to take action, identify targets and defend against evolving threats.

Project Manager II / Project Manager III

What You’ll Do:

• Provide project management support to a variety of research & development projects and contracted programs that develop and transition to production EO/IR systems in the IAS Mission Area in the Tactical Solutions business unit.
• Synchronize all aspects of assigned projects with the overall program.
• Act as liaison between program management, project team, functional management, and the customer.
• Plan, execute, monitor, control, document, and communicate all aspects of projects: cost, schedule, scope, technical performance, and resource use.
• Plan, coordinate, monitor, and control the project team.
• Develop, manage, document, and communicate project schedules.
• Prepare and communicate status reports.
• Evaluate and resolve project issues to meet defined goals and objectives.
• Plan, monitor, document, and execute mitigation plans for project risk.
• Recommend changes and enhancements to project operations.
• Manage project stakeholder expectations.
• Plan, monitor, and control project scope.
• Plan and conducts regular project meetings.
• Plan and execute all project closing activities: contract closure, compilation of lessons learned, and archiving of business artifacts.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units, and the Company. Interact appropriately with others to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

What You’ll Need:

• Project Manager II - BS/BA in a related field plus 6 or more years related experience.
• Project Manager III - BS/BA in a related field plus 8 or more years related experience.
• Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master’s Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
• A current, active Secret security clearance is required.
• A history of successfully demonstrating relevant skills, being a self -starter, having excellent interpersonal and communication skills, ability to work independently and with a team.
• Ability to work well with others in a dynamic setting, set goals, hold persons accountable, and ensure team-members have what they need to be successful.
• Ability to engage across multiple efforts concurrently.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office and related productivity software.
• Ability to present information and communicate clearly and succinctly at an audience appropriate level.

On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel a​nd local commute between Ball campuses and other possible non-Ball locations may be required.

Working Conditions:

• Ball Aerospace is a drug-free workplace, which is imperative to the health and safety of all employees and is required as a condition of receiving contracts from federal agencies. Please remember that regardless of the legalization of marijuana in Colorado and other states, possession and use continues to be illegal under the federal Controlled Substances Act. This includes the use of some CBD products. A post-offer, pre-employment drug test is a condition of employment. 
• Work is performed in an office, laboratory, production floor, or cleanroom, outdoors or remote research environment.
• May occasionally work in production work centers where use of protective equipment and gear is required.
• May access other facilities in various weather conditions.

Verification that your current security clearance or government customer access meets the requirement for this position will be required.

Relocation for this position is not available.

Compensation & Benefits:

• HIRING SALARY RANGE FOR PROJECT MANAGER II: $94,500 - $127,750 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.)
• HIRING SALARY RANGE FOR PROJECT MANAGER III: $115,000 - $158,500 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.)
• This position includes a competitive benefits package. For details, copy and paste https://bit.ly/3pNSnxv into your browser or visit our careers site.

US CITIZENSHIP IS REQUIRED

Ball Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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