Engineering Project Manager Job Listing at Kelly Services in Sterling Heights, MI (Job ID 9337264)

Description

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.

Job Description:
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)

What happens next:
Once you apply, you'll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don't worry – even if this position doesn't work out, you're still in our network. That means our team of expert recruiters will have access to your profile, making your opportunities limitless.

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Why Kelly® Government Solutions?

Looking to connect with premier government agencies or the top 25 federal government contractors? Kelly Government Solutions partners with these organizations to create expert talent solutions that solve the world's most critical challenges. We offer a variety of full-time, project (SOW), seasonal, and surge support opportunities in science, engineering, technology, professional, and administrative support roles. Our experts will connect you to the opportunity that fits your schedule and interests and handle the details of transferring and processing all levels of security clearances. It's just another way we make the job search work for you.

About Kelly

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