IT Project Manager

IT Project Manager Leidos opens an onsite position at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida for an experienced IT Project Manager. Location Onsite, Kennedy Space Center, FL. Primary Responsibilities Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with operational and technical NASA government customers and other partner contractors. Understanding of NASA 2713 Technical Review Process and NPR 7120.8 for program and project management requirements, and research and technology programs and projects, and business management skills to assure timely, satisfactory, and cost‑effective completion of customer requirements. Demonstrate successful business management processes, documentation experience, budgetary planning and reporting, and strong customer service skills. Demonstrate analytical skills to work with the assigned NASA technical and operational team to understand procurement requirements and recommend procurement decisions. Participate in lifecycle project management including requirements analysis, design, implementation, and timely and accurate reporting. Develop deliverables, presentations, project plans and spreadsheets. Must have exceptional knowledge of MS Office suite. Coordinate with other contractors and supporting groups at KSC. Provide project management and oversight for NASA Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO), Mission Communication Services, and related IT initiatives throughout the project lifecycle. Apply NASA Technical Review Processes and applicable NASA Procedural Requirements in support of assigned projects. Specific Position Requirements Develop, implement, maintain, and improve organization and operational system business processes, procedures, and standards that promote cross‑element standardization. Facilitate collaboration, build consensus, facilitate decision‑making, inspire creativity, and possess good conflict resolution skills. Identify project risk and mitigate risk to keep the project on track. Experience with IT Project life‑cycle management – formulation, requirements collection, analysis, design testing, validation, verification, implementation, operational transition, and post‑operational management (plus). Strong abilities to work within Microsoft Project environment and understanding of Waterfall schedules. Ability to partner closely with peers, customers, and management and provide highly effective oral and written communications, conduct procedural meetings, multitask, prioritize work, and schedule work products. Ability to work in an office environment for collaboration, Kennedy Space Center test laboratories, and outdoor support. Locations at Kennedy Space Center in support of installation, validation and verification, maintenance of imagery, communication, and data transmission systems. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, Project Management, or related field and 8+ years of relevant experience. OR Master’s degree with 6+ years of relevant experience may be substituted. U.S. Citizenship (required for access to NASA facilities and systems). Ability to obtain and maintain a NASA Public Trust clearance. Ability to maintain required safety training and access authorizations necessary to support projects in controlled areas, elevated work locations, hazardous environments, and clean room facilities as required. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and collaboration tools, including Project, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams, and SharePoint. Demonstrated experience managing complex IT infrastructure, communications, network, or systems integration projects. Proven experience managing project risks, schedules, budgets, and stakeholder expectations. Desired Qualifications PMP certification is a plus/preferred. Compensation Program budget salary could range approximately $110,000 to $125,000 based on relevant experience and assessment. General pay range for this job level: $92,300 – $166,850. Equal Opportunity Employment All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr