Satellite Communications (SATCOM) Project Manager

Description/Job Summary

Employment Term and Type: Regular, Full Time Onsite
Required Security Clearance: TS clearance (TS/SCI preferred)
Required Education: Bachelor of Science
Job Location: Peterson SFB, Colorado Springs, CO

International Partner Advanced EHF Support Center (IPASC) Satellite Communications (SATCOM) Project Manager

Company Description

Athena Technology Group, Inc. (ATG) is a leading provider of professional Engineering, IT, and Cyber services to the U.S. government. To consistently provide superior, innovative, integrated, and cost-effective program management support, cybersecurity, system engineering, information technology, satellite communications, and professional services and solutions. We are committed to being highly responsive to the needs of our customers, delivering outstanding products and services, and exceeding their expectations. We strive to hire only ethical, talented, passionate, and committed team members who already align with the company's core values.

Job Description

ATG is actively seeking an experienced and dynamic AEHF Satellite Communications (SATCOM) Project Manager and Site Lead who manages and overseas all aspects of the US Space Force's International Partners (IP) AEHF Support Center (IPASC). This position has overall responsibility for managing daily IPASC operations, scope, cost, schedule, internal staffing, and contractual deliverables, as well as infrastructure and enabling capabilities in facilities, security, cyber, equipment and other site-specific functions. Works closely with IPASC Tech Lead providing oversight of technical planning and engineering support for operations and sustainment to the International Partners of AEHF. Overseas and collaborates with remote key personnel providing back-up operations. Provides inputs to the government on all IPASC capabilities in operations, communications and coalition planning, cryptographic operations, training, test development and execution, data separation and export control and other essential support. Develops, supports, and maintains the organization's systems infrastructure. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Contributes to complex aspects of a project. Reviews technology readiness assessments. Monitors COMSEC accounts and familiarization development efforts supporting each of the IPs. Support the development of long-range planning. Develops detailed project plans. Monitors project milestones and generates periodic status reports. Additionally, Project Manager evaluates and manages risk. Performs Quality Assurance on all deliverables incorporating quality measures and standards to project deliverables. Possesses strong knowledge of satellite and communications technologies as well as cyber, security, ITAR and COMSEC requirements. Typically requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit department. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Requires international and domestic travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree or equivalent.
• 10+ years experience.
• Proven track record developing trusted relationships with government representatives and team members.
• Strong communications skills - both oral and written.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, listening, and interpersonal skills.
• Enthusiastic and highly motivated team leader with a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work effectively and perform multiple tasks under pressure.
• Ability to complete assignments correctly, independently, and in a timely manner.

Preferred Qualification:

10 years experience overseeing SATCOM operations.

Program/Project Management team leadership experience and/or PMP certified.

Security+ or higher CompTIA certification.

Experience:

10+ years of relevant experience

Education:

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Salary will be commensurate with experience. ATG is a growing company and there will be opportunities for internal advancement. ATG is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This position description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. This and all positions are eligible for organization-wide transfer. Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.

Company Overview: Athena Technology Group, Inc. (ATG) is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) focused on Information Technology and Communications consulting, system engineering, integration, deployment, and operation of state-of-the-art command and control and information systems that deliver critical network-centric solution to the warfighter. With a proven track record of technical support to our customers, we seek innovative industry professionals to join our team.

ATG offers a generous compensation package, including health, dental, vision, 401(k), group life insurance, and educational reimbursement, among other benefits.

We value our employees and strive to offer many opportunities for professional growth.

ATG is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer for Minorities/Females/Vets/Disability

ATG is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.