Project Manager – Crane, IN

Mission Technologies, a division of HII

. Develop comprehensive project plans covering scope, schedule, budget, and resource allocation .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $74,218 - $100,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management, including resource allocation, budget monitoring, and risk assessment, while ensuring compliance with defense industry regulations and contractual obligations. Proven ability to lead teams, implement quality control measures, and drive continuous process improvement.

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Project ManagementDefense Industry KnowledgeBudgeting And Cost ControlLeadership SkillsRisk Management

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Hard Skills

Project PlanningResource AllocationFinancial ReportingQuality ControlPerformance MetricsContract ManagementCost Plus Award Fee (CPAF) ContractsRisk Mitigation StrategiesContinuous Process ImprovementMulti-Year Contract Management

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

SmartsheetOffice365

Certifications & Qualifications

TS/SCI Clearance

Industry Keywords

Defense Industry PracticesGovernment ContractingContractual RequirementsFinancial GuidelinesStakeholder Reporting

Tech Stack

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop comprehensive project plans covering scope, schedule, budget, and resource allocation
Allocate and manage resources across multiple projects
Identify and assess program and project risks and develop mitigation strategies and contingency plans
Monitor project budgets, track expenses, and ensure adherence to financial guidelines
Provide regular budget reports and implement corrective actions
Implement quality control measures and ensure compliance with contract requirements, industry standards, and regulations
Lead and motivate project managers, engineers, analysts, and other professionals
Establish performance metrics and KPIs to monitor progress and milestones
Provide regular updates to stakeholders
Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, reporting requirements, deliverables, and regulations
Drive continuous process improvement and implement best practices
Perform additional duties as assigned or required

Requirements

What you’ll need

4 years relevant progressive experience with Bachelors in related field; 2 years relevant progressive experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 8 years relevant progressive experience
Proven experience as a Project Manager or in a similar role, preferably within the defense industry or government contracting
Strong knowledge of defense industry practices, regulations, and contractual requirements
Experience managing multi-year contracts with greater than $20M annual revenue and overseeing multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent leadership and communication skills
Exceptional organizational and time management abilities
Financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control
Problem-solving and decision-making skills, with experience managing risks
Ability to adapt to changing priorities
Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance
2+ years of experience managing Cost Plus Award Fee (CPAF) contracts supporting the Department of Defense
2+ years of experience using Smartsheet and Office365 products
May be required to visit a job site in an industrial or shipboard environment
Normally not required to lift more than 40 pounds higher than three feet above feet/floor level

Benefits

Comp & perks

Best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices
Wellness resources
Employee assistance programs
Savings Plan Options (401(k))
Financial planning tools
Life insurance
Employee discounts
Paid holidays
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Early childhood education scholarships
Post-secondary education scholarships
Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation may be offered for qualified positions
Valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth