Project Manager

The Project Manager SkillBridge program provides transitioning service members with training and exposure to project management practices within a defense manufacturing environment. Participants will develop the knowledge and skills to plan, coordinate, and control project execution across schedule, cost, and technical requirements while supporting cross-functional teams and customer deliverables. This program is designed to build foundational capability in project controls, risk management, stakeholder communication, and program execution, with opportunities across multiple U.S locations based on business needs.

ABOUT THE JOB

As a project manager, you are responsible for planning, executing, and controlling assigned projects within a defense manufacturing environment to ensure technical, cost, schedule, and quality objectives are achieved. This role serves as the primary point of contact for project-related communications and coordinates cross-functional activities across engineering, manufacturing, planning, quality assurance, contracts, finance, sourcing, and suppliers. You'll operate within established organizational frameworks while exercising sound judgment in managing ambiguity, risk, and evolving project requirements. Competitive Compensation, Comprehensive Health & Welfare Programs including: •Medical• Dental• Vision •Tax Advantaged Accounts • EAP, Income Protection Programs including: •Life, Accident, Disability, and Other Insurance Coverages• Paid Time Off• Paid Parental Leave Retirement Savings Plans: •401k Plan with a competitive Employer Match and Profit-Sharing Contribution •Employee Stock Purchase Plan*Please note, benefits are country-specific and may vary from location to location.

RESPONSIBILITIES✨

• Planning, executing, and controlling assigned projects within a defense manufacturing environment to ensure technical, cost, schedule, and quality objectives are achieved.
• Serving as the primary point of contact for project-related communications.
• Coordinating cross-functional activities across engineering, manufacturing, planning, quality assurance, contracts, finance, sourcing, and suppliers.

QUALIFICATIONS✨

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering preferred, Business Administration, or equivalent will be considered.
• Five 5+ years of related experience in Project management or project leadership experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Project and ERP Systems.
• Preferred Project Management Professional Certification. (PMP)
• Excellent organization, communication (written and oral), and presentation skills.

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY

Bachelor’s degree in engineering preferred, Business Administration, or equivalent will be consideredFive 5+ years of related experience in Project management or project leadership experienceExperience with Microsoft Project and ERP SystemsPreferred Project Management Professional Certification. (PMP)Excellent organization, communication (written and oral), and presentation skills.

TARGET MOCS

All MOCs

ELIGIBLE SERVICE BRANCHES

US Air Force, US Army, US Coast Guard, US Marine Corps, US Navy, US Space Force

BENEFITS✨

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Tax Advantaged Accounts, EAP
• Income Protection Programs including: Life, Accident, Disability, and Other Insurance Coverages
• Paid Time Off, Paid Parental Leave
• Retirement Savings Plans: 401k Plan with a competitive Employer Match and Profit-Sharing Contribution
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

OTHER

Program duration and training scope may be expanded or condensed based on participant experience, qualifications, and transition timeline. Due to DoW requirements, candidates must be US citizens. Must be able to obtain and maintain DoD Security clearances and approvals