Project Manager - TS/SCI

Vantor is forging the new frontier of spatial intelligence, helping decision makers and operators navigate what’s happening now and shape what’s coming next.  Vantor is a place for problem solvers, changemakers, and go-getters—where people are working together to help our customers see the world differently, and in doing so, be seen differently. Come be part of a mission, not just a job, where you can: Shape your own future, build the next big thing, and change the world.

To be eligible for this position, you must be a U.S. Citizen. This position requires an active U.S. Government security clearance, applicants who do not currently hold the required clearance will not be eligible for consideration. Employment for cleared roles is contingent upon verification of clearance status.

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This position requires an active U.S. Government Security Clearance at the TS/SCI level with CI polygraph.

Project:  The team will design, develop, validate, and demonstrate an integrated analytical capability supporting pattern recognition, anomaly detection, predictive analytics, agent-based modeling (ABM) or equivalent, and decision support in a Ubiquitous Technical Surveillance (UTS) environment. The effort will enhance Joint Force survivability by enhancing the characterization of the UTS threat and providing a mission-agnostic risk-management tool for commanders and operators to utilize across the spectrum of conflict. The enterprise will leverage this analysis and these tools to increase isolated personnel (IP) survivability by enhancing evasion training, planning, and execution, while bolstering force protection for PR task forces.

The Project Manager will lead a cross-functional, highly technical team addressing difficult analytical problems supporting a high-value, national defense mission. You will be the go-to person for our customer, answering any of their questions about the technical, contractual, or financial details. Great interpersonal and communication skills are a must.  You will work with customers, subcontractors, vendors, academia, government personnel, and corporate support services. A successful candidate works well with a team and communicates professionally to customers, stakeholders, and teammates. A strong mission focus is essential, and experience with the Personnel Recovery mission is a plus.

Responsibilities:

• Manage project operations to ensure production schedules are met, system resources are used effectively, and proper relationships are established between customers.

• Responsible for cost, schedule, performance and risk identification/mitigation, to include forecasts, invoices, EACs, and MSRs.

• Supervise staff operations and perform personnel management of employees to facilitate their day-to-day duties, as well as support their professional development and career growth. 

• Provide oversight and management of subcontractor companies and their staff who support this task order.

• Cultivate and collect of new customer requirements for additional staff, vendor support, procurement, or travel.

• Deliver strong project and financial performance by meeting customer expectations and corporate forecasts.

• Develop and realize new business opportunities within and external to the task order through targeted and organic growth.

Minimum Qualifications:

• US Citizen and must have an active TS/SCI clearance, with ability to obtain CI Poly. 

• 6 years’ relevant professional experience.

• 2 years of experience in project management in support of the DoD or IC.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject or equivalent experience.

• Must be able to work on-site in Herndon, Va.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in engineering, science, or equivalent experience.

• Certified as a PMP, DAWIA Level III, or equivalent in the project management functional area.

• Ability to develop and manage relationships with the customer and staff.

• Experience leading teams of technical experts in support of the DoD and preferably the IC.

• Familiarity with advanced analytic, machine learning and/or agent-based modeling techniques.

• Experience working with and managing subcontractors.

• Experience working with operationally-oriented customers.

• Business development experience: capture experience, white papers, competitive technical proposals, business proposals, etc.

Pay Transparency: To support pay transparency, Vantor includes salary ranges in all U.S. job postings. Starting pay for this role will fall within the listed range and will be based on factors such as experience, qualifications, skills, location, and market conditions. Candidates who meet the minimum requirements for the role should not expect to receive compensation at the top of the range. The listed range reflects the expected pay for this position, and final offers will be determined based on each candidate’s experience, expertise, and alignment with the role.

 ● The base pay for this position within the Washington, DC metropolitan area is: $134,000.00 - $178,000.00 - $195,800.00 annually.

For all other states, we use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop market-driven ranges for our roles, and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range.

Benefits: Vantor offers a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond the standard, including a robust 401(k) with company match, mental health resources, and unique perks like student loan repayment assistance, adoption reimbursement and pet insurance to support all aspects of your life. You can find more information on our benefits at: https://www.Vantor.com/careers

The application window is three days from the date the job is posted and will remain posted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire.  If the job is reposted regardless of reason, it will remain posted three days from the date the job is reposted and will remain reposted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. 

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EEO Policy: Vantor is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We believe in fostering an environment where all team members feel respected, valued, and encouraged to share their ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.