AMERICAN SYSTEMSVerified Source

Senior Project Manager IAMD American Systems

180K–230K
Onsite · Washington, District of Columbia
Posted August 9, 2026
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Overview

American Systems seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead IT initiatives across ballistic missile defense cruise missile defense hypersonic missile defense counter uncrewed aerial systems counter rocket artillery mortar defense against aviation space-based effects passive defense. This role involves organizing branch chiefs to coordinate major analytical tasks while establishing project structures and ensuring compliance with specifications. The ideal candidate drives alignment between technical execution and mission objectives.

What You'll Do9

  • 1Lead sprint planning to deliver ETL pipelines using Spark and Airflow within six months
  • 2Design scalable architecture for defense analysis platforms supporting multiple missile systems
  • 3Mentor teams on CI/CD practices to accelerate delivery cycles
  • 4Own risk mitigation strategies for complex DoW projects spanning defense domains
  • 5Coordinate cross-functional efforts to integrate UAS and counter RPG capabilities
  • 6Implement configuration control processes for defense-related software releases
  • 7Drive adoption of automation tools to improve operational efficiency
  • 8Establish performance metrics for analyzing system effectiveness
  • 9Collaborate with senior leadership to align project outcomes with national priorities

Requirements11

  • 1Master’s Degree in Computer Science or related field
  • 215+ years of professional experience including 10+ years managing DoW projects
  • 3Expertise in AWS certified solutions architecture
  • 4Active TS clearance with SCI and SAP eligibility
  • 5Proven track record leading large technical teams
  • 6Certification in PMI Agile Practice Guide
  • 75+ years implementing Kubernetes for cloud-native applications
  • 8Demonstrated ability to manage budget constraints under tight deadlines
  • 9Strong understanding of DoD acquisition processes
  • 10Excellent communication skills for stakeholder management
  • 11Experience with secure coding practices for classified systems

Salary Insight

$180 - $230k per year

Location

Typeonsite
LocationWashington, District of Columbia

Required Skills

Project ManagementConfiguration ControlQuality AssuranceMissile DefenseJoint Staff Capability Requirements ProcessTS SCI SAP ClearanceUS CitizenshipMaster's Degree
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