IT Project Manager, Enterprise Solutions

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nations space programs solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC) we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space delivering innovative solutions that span satellite launch ground and cyber systems for defense civil and commercial customers. When you join our team youll be part of a special collection of problem solvers thought leaders and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

We are seeking a strategic and results-driven IT Project Manager to join our Enterprise Solutions Programs (ESP) organization within the Office of the CIO (OCIO). Reporting to the Principal Director of Enterprise Solutions Programs and the Program Management Office (PMO) you will play a pivotal role in driving enterprise system development and upgrade implementations across the
organization.

As IT Project Manager you will lead end-to-end project executionfrom requirements gathering and prioritization through documentation resource allocation task management testing and change management. You will serve as the subject matter expert for enterprise systems partnering with stakeholders across all business lines: National Systems Group Defense Systems Group Civil Systems Group Engineering & Technology Group and Enterprise Services.

This individual contributor position requires a unique blend of tactical problem-solving to address immediate system challenges and strategic vision to shape the future enterprise system roadmap including system consolidation opportunities and modernization initiatives.

The selected candidate will be required to work full-time on-site at our facility in Chantilly VA.

What Youll Be Doing

• Serve as project manager for enterprise enhancements and system upgrade portfolio of projects

• Facilitate requirements gathering and prioritization document final requirements oversee project resource allocations assign and coordinate project tasking testing and change management activities for system development and upgrade implementations

• Partner with Enterprise Solutions Partners and mission group leaders to translate evolving requirements into actionable initiatives aligned with OCIO portfolio planning processes

• Facilitate requirements gathering solution design testing and change management activities for system development and upgrade implementations

• Ensure enterprise systems comply with corporate governance standards security requirements and regulatory obligations participating in relevant governance councils

• Establish and track KPIs for system health including availability user adoption data quality and business process efficiency

• Communicate program status value realization metrics and recommendations to leadership and stakeholders

What You Need to be Successful

Minimum Requirements for IT Project Management IV:

• Bachelors degree in Information Technology Business Administration Computer Science Engineering or a related field

• 7 or more years of progressive experience in ERP or other enterprise system program management implementation or optimization in complex enterprise environments

• Demonstrated hands-on experience with at least two of the following: SAP S/4HANA Workday ServiceNow Concur or comparable enterprise ERP systems

• Proven track record of managing enterprise transformation projects or programs across multiple business functions (e.g. Finance HR Supply Chain Manufacturing)

• Strong understanding of enterprise system architecture integration patterns data management and enterprise application landscapes

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively across organizational boundaries influencing stakeholders at all levels without direct authority

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose complex system issues and develop practical solutions

• Experience with Agile Waterfall or hybrid project management methodologies

• Willing to travel approximately 1015% of the time

In addition to the requirements above the minimum requirements for an IT Project Management IV are:

• 10 or more years of progressive experience in ERP or other enterprise system program management implementation or optimization in complex enterprise environments

• Experience with portfolio management tools (e.g. ServiceNow PPM Microsoft Project etc)

How You Can Stand Out:

It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

• Experience in aerospace defense or government contracting industries with familiarity of compliance requirements and operational complexities

• Experience leading ERP consolidation or transformation initiatives including system rationalization and migration strategies

• Familiarity with enterprise architecture frameworks and integration technologies

• Knowledge of ITIL v4 IT service management practices and enterprise PMO methodologies

We offer a competitive compensation package where youll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education experience knowledge and skills.

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Leadership Competencies

Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee regardless of level and role can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders we want individuals who:

• Operate Strategically
• Lead Change
• Engage with Impact
• Foster Innovation
• Deliver Results

Ways We Reward Our Employees

During your interview process our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.

Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans

• Paid holidays sick time and vacation

• Standard and alternate work schedules including telework options

• 401(k) Plan Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8% 10% or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire

• Flexible spending accounts

• Variable pay program for exceptional contributions

• Relocation assistance

• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career

• Education assistance programs

• An inclusive work environment built on teamwork flexibility and respect

We are all unique from various backgrounds and all walks of life yet one thing bonds all of us to each otherthe belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.

Equal Opportunity Commitment

The Aerospace Corporation is an equalopportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race age sex (including pregnancy childbirth and related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender gender identity or expression colorreligiongeneticinformation marital status ancestry national origin protected veteran status physical disability medical condition mental disability or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If youre an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by emailat .You can also reviewKnow Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.