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ProSidian Seeks a Project Specialist I [   Full Time] located at The Federal Aviation Administration Logistics Center (FAALC), located at Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center (MMAC) to support an engagement for a Fed. Gov Agencies that provide Aviation Administration and Logistics  support to US Govt. Agencies. 

Fed. Gov Agency that provides Aviation Administration and Logistics support to government agencies.  The Fed. Gov Agency supports a broad range of systems, consisting of thousands of individual pieces of equipment in the Facilities, Surveillance, Navigational Aids, Automation and Communications, Weather Systems and other agencies. In support of National Airspace System systems and other equipment, The Aviation Transportation Agency also provides configuration management, hardware and software documentation, modification(s), field support, systems, and acquisition support.  Because The Aviation Transportation Agency  Groups/Product Divisions provide technical support and supply support to the National Airspace System (NAS) field facilities and other government agencies, the work to be performed is primarily in support of aircraft guidance systems, surveillance equipment, automation and communications systems and technical data.

The work to be performed is primarily in support of aircraft guidance systems, surveillance equipment, automation and communications systems and technical data. To accomplish the work efforts, The ProSidian Engagement Team shall provide a wide variety of logistics/professional support personnel.  Work shall include but not be limited to the following areas: a] Drafting Services and Computer Aided Engineering Graphics (CAEG) Support; b] Engineering Drawing Preparation, Maintenance, Filing and Reproduction, and c] Maintain FAALC Engineering Library (1) Maintain Engineering Drawing Copies, (2) Maintain Computer Databases, (3) Maintain FAA Specifications, (4) Maintain Electronic Equipment Modifications, (5) Maintain National Stock Number Files, (6) Maintain FAA Equipment Modification Publications, and (7) Provide Engineering Library Research Assistance such as [a] Environmental Safety and Occupational Health Support [b] Lean Six Sigma Quality Improvement Support, [c] Logistics Specialist Support, [d.] Management and Program Analyst Support, and [e] Project Management Support.

This is a Full-Time ProSidian employed W-2 position with commensurate benefits and competitive salary. The ideal candidate shall work to support requirements as a Project Specialist I [   Full Time] and provide support for ProSidian Engineering Services to stakeholders and projects of The Federal Aviation Administration Logistics Center (FAALC).  The Project Specialist I Role shall provide Project Management services and assist in all aspects of the planning, initiation, execution, monitoring and controlling of a project, and the closeout of assigned projects Assists in defining project scope, requirements and deliverables; plans project activity, tasks, milestones, reviews budget, coordinates resources and helps determine performance or success measures. Communicates regularly with Government points of contact to ensure that resources are utilized in the most effective and efficient manner to meet operational goals and business plan. Tasks may include but shall not be limited to items such as the following:

a. plan, initiate, execute, monitor and control, close, and report on all FAALC work activities of assigned projects and other responsibilities as authorized by the Project Charter for each of the assigned project(s).

b. document all project stakeholder expectations and report all  positive or negative impacts to the assigned project(s) cost, performance, or schedule to their assigned project supervisor.

c. create detailed work plans, schedules, project estimates, resource plans, status reports, and other deliverables that are required per the assigned project(s).

d. participate in project meetings, provide project tracking and analysis, ensure adherence to quality standards, and perform reviews of project deliverables.

e. document the integration of tasks, provide technical analytical guidance to project team, and make recommendations in regard to the analysis and solutions of problems.

The Project Specialist I shall also support SPECIAL PROJECTS (as applicable):  A Special Project is defined as any work supporting the FAALC mission that meets the following criteria and is within the scope of the contract:

- Limited duration period of performance, or is a one-time requirement.

- Requires expertise, products, or capabilities either not available from The ProSidian Team's existing assigned resources, or that would unacceptably degrade production schedules if provided from The ProSidian Team's existing assigned resources.

Upon Government determination that proposed work is a Special Project, The Specialist I shall work with members of the ProSidian Team and the government client to submit an appropriately detailed project plan and a proposed budget to complete the work. The project plan shall include the planned method of accomplishment and schedule. Work accomplishment plans may include Contractor use of temporary employees, consultants, or subcontractors. If approved by the Government, The ProSidian Engagement Team shall be tasked to perform the work as specified.

Leadership, Communication, Government  financial management, budgeting, financial modeling, reporting, presentations and at least (3) years performing Federal Government Management such as Cost Estimation, Acquisition, Acquisition Database services, Negotiations, Communication.  Must be able to pass background check and maintain security clearances to maintain confidentiality.  This Project Management Specialist Labor Category includes the following levels and associated required years of experience:  Project Management Specialist I (Min. Experience: 2 Yrs.)  | Project Management Specialist Il (Min. Experience: 4 Yrs.) | Project Management Specialist lII (Min. Experience: 6 Yrs.).

a) Experience (All levels). Experience shall include project management, scheduling, performing, reporting, analyzing, and documenting activities associated with ensuring the productivity and efficiency of projects, or of administrative or management operations. This includes: overall project health, basic project management, performing evaluations of actual vs. budgeted cost, schedule, and performance data; identifying manpower resource requirements; developing assessment metrics; compiling actual cost, schedule, and performance data; developing variance information; producing cost, schedule, and performance budget forecasts; developing and managing administrative and management activity schedules and budgets; and producing administrative and management reports, presentations, and correspondence.

a. Knowledge (All levels). Specialized knowledge of FAA systems, equipment, procedures, operations, and budgeting is highly desired. Knowledge project management principals and budgeting and accounting principles is required. Knowledge of analytical and evaluative methods and techniques for schedule and budget performance, and for assessing project, administrative, and management effectiveness is required.

b. Education (All levels). A high school diploma or equivalent is required. A Bachelors of Arts degree in Business Administration, or an Associate's degree in Accounting or Business, is highly desired.

Some Task efforts may be very extensive and require the work be broken into Subtasks. However, the various task projects shall include but not be limited to the following:

a. Provide complete drafting services in support of the FAALC including operations and maintenance of the drafting file system, reproduction of drawings, and preparation of engineering drawings, electronic artwork and electronic media.

b. Provide complete FAALC Technical Library maintenance services.

c. Provide Environmental, Safety and Occupational Health Specialist services to include but not limited to the training, monitoring, and providing technical guidance for all aspects of the planning, initiation, execution, monitoring and controlling of a project, and the closeout of assigned projects.

d. Provide quality improvement services, using Lean Six Sigma methodology and techniques to the FAALC, including facilitating, planning, coordinating, reviewing, evaluating and reporting all activities for the purpose of completing organizational continual improvement projects.

e. Provide logistics expertise to the FAALC including analysis and recommendations for planning, scheduling, monitoring, estimating and coordinating of assigned logistics tasks associated with FAALC service provider responsibilities in the logistics element areas of supply support, support equipment, maintenance support facilities and Packaging, Handling, Storage and Transportation.

f. Provide management and program analysis services to the FAALC including planning, scheduling, conducting, and reporting analyses of management, administrative and logistics programs and procedures to determine resource requirements and utilization, workflow processes, and the efficiency, effectiveness, and productivity of functional operations.

g. Provide project management services to assist in all aspects of the planning, initiation, execution, monitoring and controlling of the project, and the closeout of assigned projects. The ProSidian Team Member's  shall support the ProSidian and Client Team by maintaining individual project files consisting of background information, design notes, and other material for assigned projects. Project numbers shall be assigned by the FAALC.

• Minimum of consecutive employment in a position with comparable responsibilities in quality control management within the past five (5) years.
• Proficient in oral and written communication in English
• Must be able to use a computer to communicate via email
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Must have demonstrated knowledge of some type of commercial quality control plans and possess knowledge of, or experience with a] Drafting Services and Computer Aided Engineering Graphics (CAEG) Support; b] Engineering Drawing Preparation, Maintenance, Filing and Reproduction, and c] Maintaining an On-Line Engineering Library.  The client requires services to (1) Maintain Engineering Drawing Copies, (2) Maintain Computer Databases, (3) Maintain FAA Specifications, (4) Maintain Electronic Equipment Modifications, (5) Maintain National Stock Number Files, (6) Maintain FAA Equipment Modification Publications, and (7) Provide Engineering Library Research Assistance such as [a] Environmental Safety and Occupational Health Support [b] Lean Six Sigma Quality Improvement Support, [c] Logistics Specialist Support, [d.] Management and Program Analyst Support, and [e] Project Management Support.

All ProSidian Full Time & Contract Employees are required/provided to attend the requisite in service training necessary to deliver the services identified and all employees must become proficient on baseline and upgrades to FAA National Airspace System (NAS) systems and equipment, support documentation, and work processes. Proficiency training is required for non-technical as well as the technical support positions.  The associated training is provided and/or coordinated by the MMAC FAA Academy

Leadership, Communication, Engineering Work Processes, and familiarity with the following: a] Drafting Services and Computer Aided Engineering Graphics (CAEG) Support; b] Engineering Drawing Preparation, Maintenance, Filing and Reproduction, and c] Maintaining an On-Line Engineering Library.  The client requires services to (1) Maintain Engineering Drawing Copies, (2) Maintain Computer Databases, (3) Maintain FAA Specifications, (4) Maintain Electronic Equipment Modifications, (5) Maintain National Stock Number Files, (6) Maintain FAA Equipment Modification Publications, and (7) Provide Engineering Library Research Assistance such as [a] Environmental Safety and Occupational Health Support [b] Lean Six Sigma Quality Improvement Support, [c] Logistics Specialist Support, [d.] Management and Program Analyst Support, and [e] Project Management Support.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Teamwork - ability to foster teamwork collaboratively as a participant, and effectively as a team leader
• Leadership - ability to guide and lead colleagues on projects and initiatives
• Business Acumen - understanding and insight into how organizations perform, including business processes, data, systems, and people
• Communication - ability to effectively communicate to stakeholders of all levels orally and in writing
• Motivation - persistent in pursuit of quality and optimal client and company solutions
• Agility - ability to quickly understand and transition between different ...