Project Management Analyst II - AAT

Reports To Senior Program Manager Company Overview Austal USA Advanced Technologies (AT) is a division of Austal USA, a global defense prime contractor and designer and manufacturer of defense and commercial ships. AT operates a technology hub in Charlottesville, VA, and oversees the U.S. Navy’s Additive Manufacturing Center of Excellence (AMCOE) in Danville, VA. The mission of the AMCOE is to operationalize additive manufacturing in the submarine industrial base and provide emergent request support to sustain the Nation’s fleet. Responsibilities Lead customer interface for additive manufactured parts, including responding to Customer Support Requests and developing Customer Request Packets. Lead customer alignment discussions on priority, risk, and deliverables. Own coordination and preparation of monthly meeting and quarterly program review presentation content for internal and external briefings. Analyze cost, schedule and technical performance trends and report outcomes as requested. Support the Senior Program Manager in the effective follow‑up of information between internal and external customers. Ensure effective flow of information and communication between Austal management, subcontractors and customer representatives, answering action items and assisting in the resolution of program issues. Work with the manager to ensure program priorities are achieved, subcontractor deliverables are monitored, project plans are developed and executed, and teaming agreements are adhered to. Develop and manage tracking tools, databases, and processes for additive manufacturing to support strategic and operational decision-making. Assist and serve as backup to the AMCOE Tour Coordinator for management of visitors while onsite, performing coordination, set‑up and conducting customer and VIP reviews, tours, and meetings. Participate in meetings as required, capturing meeting minutes and/or action items when necessary. Interface with operations, quality, engineering, and subcontractor personnel and perform program risk and opportunity management. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree required in a Business or related field. 5+ years of relevant experience in manufacturing or a similar industry. Experience with program management, performance metrics, and tracking performance metrics for projects using Excel/Access. Data analysis, project scheduling, government contracts, project estimating, programmatic oversight, business development, and/or presentation development with MS PowerPoint. Detail oriented and able to resolve most daily issues without specific supervisory direction. Ability to read, understand, and interpret contract specifications, build specifications and other technical and contractual documents. Understanding of ship design and shipbuilding methodologies preferred. Experience with cross‑functional organizations and with U.S. government and/or ship repair organizations preferred. Program/Project Management Certification or related coursework is a plus. Ability to conduct high‑level research utilizing a variety of resources. Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Outlook, Visio, and Access. Ability to translate rough notes into well‑organized documents and presentations. Proven record of success meeting schedule, budget, and technical goals. Initiative and ability to follow projects through to completion. Willingness to work irregular and sometimes lengthy work schedules. Team‑oriented and can communicate effectively with employees at every level. Liaisons All departments as required including, but not limited to, Legal/Contracts, Production, Production Control, Purchasing, Programs, Projects, Engineering, Warranty, Business Development, and Service. Government personnel. Subcontractor personnel. Eligibility Guidelines Candidates must be at least 18 years of age at time of application. Provide proof of U.S. Person Status. Eligibility for a Secret Security Clearance from the Department of Defense. No felony convictions of theft, deception, or violent crimes within seven years from disposition date. No felony convictions of drug crimes within three years from disposition date. Willing to submit to a drug screen. Willing to submit to a background check. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Austal USA is committed to equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's age, racial background, color, religion, national or ethnic background, faith tradition, gender, disability status, marital or civil spouse status, or any other protected characteristic. Any qualified individual with a disability who is having difficulty completing an application because of incompatible technology or other disability‑related application issues may contact us at View phone number on click.appcast.io for assistance. #J-18808-Ljbffr