Task Order Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

Task Order Manager  

LOCATION: Albuquerque, New Mexico US (On-Site) 

JOB STATUS:  Full-time 

CLEARANCE:  DoD Secret clearance 

CERTIFICATION:  PMP or equivalent preferred 

TRAVEL: <10% 

 

Astrion is seeking a Task Order Manager to support satellite development and integration programs at the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Space Vehicles Directorate. The overall contract focuses on space vehicles and ground systems for the Air Force and Space Force. The Task Order Manager will have ownership over all non-technical aspects of contract task order administration, including but not limited to customer engagement, financial management, CDRL delivery, security, and procurement. This role is ideal for someone who is highly proactive and independent with customer engagement and cross-functional project management. 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS 

• U.S. Citizenship required  

• DoD Secret clearance w/ TS/SCI eligibility 

• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or related technical field 

• 3+ years of experience supporting DoD or government programs 

• 2+ years of experience in a program/project management role 

• Strong customer relationship and stakeholder management skills 

• Strong independent problem solver 

• Ability to prioritize and complete a large number of complex tasks independently 

• Strong sense of ownership for area of responsibility and ability to coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver results 

• Willingness to adapt to whatever tasking is needed to deliver results for Task Order 

• Strong verbal and written communication skills 

• Excellent time management and organizational skills  

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS  

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering 

• Experience in an engineering management or technical leadership role 

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification