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Parsons Corporation Test and Evaluation Project Manager in Summit Point, West Virginia
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Job Description:
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Test and Evaluation Project Manager to join our team! In this role you will get to schedule, plan, forecast, resource, and manage all test activities and lead a four-member team through qualitative and quantitative assessments.
What You'll Be Doing:
Lead test planning and data collection activities
Manage traditional and Agile-based projects
Support the development and integration of software-based systems and tools
Define system architectures and integration schedules among subsystem developers
Develop strategies to test and verify systems and make recommendations to improve testing and operational demonstration
Document and analyze test data
Develop strategies and materials for transition of systems to operators
Present information and briefings to senior managers orally and in writing
Accountable for test execution to include but not limited to target placement, target configuration, and target operator instructions and guidance
Coordinates general test support to include test set-up and tear-down
Draft and review test reports
Prepare, schedule, coordinate and monitor assigned testing projects
Monitor compliance to applicable codes, practices, QA/QC policies, performance standards and specifications
Interact daily with the clients to interpret their needs and requirements and represent them in the field
Perform overall quality control of the work (budget, schedule, plans, personnel’s performance) and report regularly on project status
Assign responsibilities and mentor project team
Develop strategies to test and verify systems and make recommendations to improve testing and operational demonstration
Conducts periodic and refresher training in accordance with program guidance from U.S. Government and third party contractors regarding the proper use and use, care, maintenance, and preventive maintenance of assigned systems
What Required Skills You'll Bring:
SAS Certification or equivalent experience
PMP or other professional certification is highly recommended
Familiarity with front-end and back-end software development projects
Understanding of programming concepts and database architectures
Demonstrated performance in the following areas:
Test Design
Test Management
Data collection, analysis, and visualization
Test Report generation
Statistical modeling
Database management
Candidate should have 10 years of technical project management experience related to RF Systems, Information Technology, and testing and evaluation
Must have knowledge and experience developing project management plans, communications plans, project budget and schedules, identifying and managing risk
Must demonstrate experience in the successful planning, development and the implementation of projects in terms of cost, schedule and scope
Candidate must be able to manage multiple tasks with competing priorities in dynamic, politically sensitive environments ensuring customer expectations are managed
What Desired Skills You'll Bring:
Candidate must have 10 years’ experience in personnel management including the ability to manage diverse, multi-functional teams
Experience with requirements generation and specifications development
Knowledge of functional testing procedures and protocols
Ability to work collaboratively to solve problems within a cross-functional development team
Knowledge of Agile development and systems engineering processes
Experience effectively and professionally communicating technical and program related information to multiple stakeholders and adherence to established communications plans.
Candidate must be able to manage multiple tasks with competing priorities in dynamic, politically sensitive environments ensuring customer expectations are managed.
Security Clearance Requirement:
A security clearance is not required to apply; however, the selected candidate must be able to obtain a Secret clearance which requires U.S. citizenship, prior to the start date.
This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.
The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.
Salary Range: $120,800.00 - $217,400.00
We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!
Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.
We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!
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About Us
Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. With nearly 75 years of experience, Parsons is uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.
Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBTQ+.
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