Project Coordinator SME

Optimal Solutions & Technologies (OST, Inc.) is focused on excellence. We specialize in providing Management Consulting, Information Technology, and Research Development and Engineering services. OST is one of an elite set of companies worldwide to be externally appraised CMMI Level 5.

The fundamental distinction of the OST team is its business knowledge in both the public and private sectors. We serve the aerospace & transportation, association & nonprofit, defense, education, energy, financial, healthcare, and technology & telecommunications industries. OST is successful because we listen to our clients, we learn from our clients, and we know our clients.

Project Coordinator SME

Description of Specific Duties in a Typical Workday for This Position:

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  Work as a member of an Integrated Product Team (IPT); support life cycle project management activities for training simulators, simulations, training aids, test and training instrumentation systems, and combat tactical training solutions in accordance with DoD processes and procedures

  
  
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  Provide technical input to acquisition documents required per DoD guidelines

  
  
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  Coordinate project activities across functional domains including engineering, logistics, financial management, and contracts

  
  
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  Provide expert-level advice to the Project Director and IPT members on program acquisition, execution, and training system development, including combat tactical training integration

  
  
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  Track cost, schedule, and performance for a portfolio of projects; schedule and attend technical and programmatic reviews; resolve identified issues and prepare documentation for scheduled reviews

  
  
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  Coordinate all ongoing projects; identify and provide input to the Project Director to execute risk management strategies and assess contractor performance

  
  
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  Travel approximately 25%, including both CONUS and OCONUS locations

  
  

Required Skills:

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  Experience using Microsoft Project

  
  
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  Knowledge of DoD Acquisition Processes and Procedures

  
  
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  Familiarity with combat tactical training programs and operational requirements

  
  
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  Knowledge and skills in management concepts, principles, methods, practices, analytical techniques, and processes

  
  
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  Understanding of project management principles, including planning and executing assigned workloads

  
  
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  Knowledge of program planning and budgeting cycles

  
  
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  Ability to manage projects within financial and time constraints

  
  
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  Ability to interpret and apply rules, regulations, and procedures

  
  
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  Ability to synthesize and integrate complex information

  
  
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  Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  
  
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  Strong organizational and planning abilities

  
  
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  Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite - Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint

  
  

Position Requirements:

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  Bachelor's Degree

  
  
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  PMP or DAWIA Level III Certification

  
  
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  10+ years of relevant experience

  
  
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  Experience supporting DoD acquisition programs

  
  
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  Active Secret Clearance

  
  

This is a full time position paying a base salary range of $85,000, full benefits, and has possible bonus potential based on merit and performance. To be considered for this position, please apply online with a cover letter and MS Word resume.

OST is an equal-opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.