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Responsibilities
Overview
We are seeking an accomplished Project Manager to lead and oversee technical and administrative activities supporting aviation safety programs within the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The Project Manager will serve as a key interface between government program authorities, technical teams, and contractor personnel-ensuring effective project execution, contract compliance, and mission success.
This position is ideal for an experienced professional who excels at managing complex technical projects, coordinating cross-functional teams, and maintaining operational discipline in a highly regulated environment.
Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned task(s) or project(s), maintaining close coordination with FAA program representatives and government stakeholders.

• Plan, organize, and direct project execution, ensuring compliance with contract requirements, technical objectives, and schedule commitments.

• Develop and implement project management procedures covering scheduling, technical reviews, cost control, and reporting.

• Supervise daily project operations, including technical, administrative, and maintenance support functions.

• Monitor project performance against established milestones, deliverables, and quality standards, providing regular status and financial reports.

• Manage financial, contractual, and administrative aspects of assigned task(s), ensuring accuracy, compliance, and accountability.

• Oversee onboarding and offboarding of project personnel, including coordination of equipment issuance/return, security clearance, and FAA badging processes.

• Support staffing and resource allocation to meet dynamic program priorities.

• Promote effective communication and collaboration among team members, subcontractors, and customer stakeholders.

Required Qualifications
Required Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen or Green Card Permanent Resident (3+ years U.S. residency)
• Abiliy to obtain and maintain FAA suitabiliy/public trust.
• Experience with FAA and the environment.

• Education:

• Master's degree in a related field and 5+ years of performance-based management and supervisory experience across technical programs/projects.

• OR a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 10+ years of related program or project management experience supporting technical aviation contracts.

• Certification:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent project/program management certification (required).

• Minimum 3 years of applied experience managing complex projects in a federal or technical environment.

• Experience:

• Demonstrated experience leading multi-disciplinary project teams under performance-based contracts.

• Proven success in managing cost, schedule, and performance for technical aviation or safety-related programs.

• Strong communication and leadership skills, with experience engaging directly with government program authorities and technical staff.

• Experience managing personnel onboarding/offboarding, equipment accountability, and security/badging compliance.

D.C. Salary Range: $95,500 - 149,200
Desired Qualifications

• • Experience with FAA programs or other Department of Transportation (DOT) technical contracts.
  • Familiarity with FAA Acquisition Management System (AMS) processes, investment planning, or aviation safety operations.
  • Experience in aviation systems engineering, certification, safety oversight, or air traffic operations environments.

**THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT ON AWARD AND POSITION AVAILABILITY**
Overview
Overview
Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI and Noblis MSD, take on some of the nation's toughest challenges, delivering advanced solutions to our customers' most critical missions. We bring together leading scientific, engineering, and management expertise in a culture grounded in objectivity and collaboration, ensuring our work creates lasting impact across federal missions.
We work with a broad range of government agencies in the defense, intelligence, and federal civilian sectors. Learn more and find opportunities at careers.noblis.org
Why Work at Noblis
At Noblis, we share a passion for excellence and innovation, and we create an environment where people can do meaningful work while maintaining the balance that keeps them energized and fulfilled. We seek out individuals with a natural curiosity and desire to collaborate and learn. We believe our people are our greatest strength, and we consistently seek exceptionally skilled, mission-driven professionals who care deeply about doing work that enriches lives and makes our nation safer.
Noblis has earned numerous workplace awards for our culture, our commitment to employee well-being, and our dedication to meaningful, impactful work. We also maintain a drug-free workplace.
Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us.
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Total Rewards
At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits page on our Careers site.
Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis' total compensation package.
Posted Salary Range
USD $95,500.00 - USD $149,200.00 /Yr.