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ARA's Engineering Science Division is seeking a staff project manager to join our Aircraft Operating Surfaces (AOS) team at Tyndall Air Force Base, FL. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and ...

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site

$110K - $150K/yr

The Capabilities, Analysis and Development (CAD) division of Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) has an outstanding opportunity for an exceptional Senior Mechanical Engineer to support on-going ...

Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) has an opportunity for an experienced JWS/DIEE Instructor, located at ARA's Emerald Coast Division in Niceville, Florida. This position supports CONUS and ...

Software Cloud Engineer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$53 - $69/hr

At ARA, we strive to hire valuable colleagues with not only the right skills, but who also demonstrate our core values of passion, freedom, service and growth. You will be working on a team that is ...

Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA), Algorithms, Modeling, and Assessments (AMA) Division is seeking a Nuclear Survivability Scientist. In this role, you will support our initiatives in nuclear ...

Structural Engineer

Fort Belvoir, VA · On-site

$80K - $110K/yr

The Missons, Concepts and Capabilities (MCC) division of Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) is looking for a Structural Engineer. This position provides operational, research and development ...

The Mission, Concepts and Capabilities (MCC) division of Applied Research Associates (ARA), Inc. is seeking a full-time ICBM Development Test Support Analyst to provide support to AFGSC/10I on-site ...

Facility Security Supervisor

Nashua, NH · On-site

$120K - $140K/yr

The Strategic Operations, Analysis, and Research (SOAR) Sector of Applied Research Associates (ARA), Inc. is seeking a Facility Security Supervisor to lead and mature a growing classified security ...

ARA offices throughout the United States and Canada provide a broad range of technical expertise in defense technologies, civil technologies, computer software and simulation, systems analysis ...

At ARA, we strive to hire colleagues who not only have the right skills, but who also demonstrate our core values of passion, freedom, service, and growth. As a Program Control Analyst on our team ...

Structural Modeler Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site

$75K - $125K/yr

The Capabilities, Analysis and Development (CAD) division of Applied Research Associates, Inc (ARA) is looking to hire a Structural Modeler Engineer to support on-going research and development ...

At ARA, we strive to hire colleagues who not only have the right skills, but who also demonstrate our core values of passion, freedom, service, and growth. As a Program Control Analyst on our team ...

Senior Scientist

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$80K - $110K/yr

ARA's IntraRisk Group is seeking a senior scientist to work with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement engineering computer models for high wind hazards, structural response, and loss ...

At ARA, we strive to hire valuable colleagues with not only the right skills, but who also demonstrate our core values of passion, freedom, service and growth. If you are looking for a career as a ...

Senior Network Engineer-Cloud Platforms

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$91K - $126K/yr

ARA is recognized for providing technically superior solutions to complex and challenging problems in the physical sciences, and you will be on this team. Position Requirements: * U.S. Citizenship ...

ARA's IntraRisk Group is seeking a staff scientist to work with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement engineering computer models for high wind hazards, structural response, and loss ...

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Staff Project Manager 2

ARA

Panama City, FL • On-site

Full-time

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Job description

ARA's Engineering Science Division is seeking a staff project manager to join our Aircraft Operating Surfaces (AOS) team at Tyndall Air Force Base, FL. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and assist in a variety of highly technical research, development, test, and evaluation (RDT&E) projects covering such topics as structures, pavements, maintenance, materials, and/or geotechnical engineering.
As a staff project manager you will be responsible for the performance of the project, including overseeing project budget, schedule, quality, and scope. The staff project manager ensures deliverables meet contract requirements and company policies, procedures, and guidelines.
You will work with a team of highly qualified engineers, technicians, and support staff in a dynamic environment throughout the entire project life cycle. Some of the projects include applied bench-level research, advanced technology development, prototype/pilot scale systems design, construction, and evaluation in field demonstrations and operationally relevant environments, testing and evaluation of materials, technologies, and processes in air force operations, and improving operations and maintenance capabilities through insertion of alternative pavements, materials, technologies, processes and procedures.
As a staff project manager, you will:
  • Use various analytical, scientific, and engineering methods to execute research, development, testing, and evaluation.
  • Supervise project staff.
  • Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
  • Manage budgets, track expenses, and ensure cost efficiency.
  • Ensure all project deliverables meet quality standards and client expectations.
  • Provide updates to senior management and clients.
  • Prepare formal reports and presentations.

Staff project manager requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or applied science in a relevant technical field (e.g., engineering technology, construction management, organizational management, materials science, or similar).
  • 5+ years of demonstrated experience supporting technical projects, preferably in infrastructure, pavements, or related civil engineering applications.
  • Experience in preparing formal reports and presentations.
  • Proficient in the use of MS Office.
  • Must be a US citizen.
  • Must possess an active DoD Security Clearance or be able to obtain one.
  • Technical writing skills.

Preferred experience and skills:
  • Degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program
  • Experience with DoD, FAA, or civil infrastructure programs.
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent.
  • Earned Value Management System (EVMS) experience.

About ARA:
ARA is an employee-owned international research and engineering company recognized for providing technically superior solutions to complex and challenging problems in the physical sciences. The company, founded in Albuquerque, NM, in 1979, currently employs over 2,200 employee-owners and continues to grow. ARA offices throughout the United States and Canada provide a broad range of technical expertise in defense technologies, civil technologies, computer software and simulation, systems analysis, environmental technologies, and testing and measurement. The corporation also provides sophisticated technical products for environmental site characterization, pavement analysis, and robotics.
At ARA, employees are our greatest assets. The corporation realizes that employee ownership spawns' greater creativity and initiative along with higher performance and customer satisfaction levels. ARA gives its employees the tools, training, and opportunities to take more active roles as owners. The culture is challenging; innovation and experimentation are the norm. Employees contributions not only add to the company's success, but also their own through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The motto, "Engineering and Science for Fun and Profit" sums up the ARA experience.
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