Counter Unmanned Aircraft System (C-UAS) Operations Project Coordinator

$70,500 - $123,400/Yr

Unclassified - Alexandria, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Alexandria, VA

About the position

The Xator Counter Unmanned Aircraft System (C-UAS) team is a U.S. government-sponsored program dedicated to providing comprehensive program management, solutions development, testing, evaluation, maintenance, training, and operations aimed at protecting personnel and property at U.S. missions abroad. As the market for C-UAS technologies continues to expand due to the increasing presence of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) in the airspace, this role presents a unique opportunity to join a team with a significant purpose and unlimited potential. The selected individual will play a crucial role in safeguarding national interests and will be part of a full-time position that offers a flexible work schedule. As an Operations Project Coordinator, you will be an integral member of a fast-paced, cross-functional C-UAS project team. Your primary responsibility will be to assist the Operations Manager in driving the successful execution of critical, complex, and business-driven initiatives. You will ensure transparency throughout all phases of the program/project life cycle, which includes planning, design, development, and deployment. The ideal candidate will be a multi-talented project management professional with a proven track record of achieving timely results in a collaborative environment. Depending on your demonstrated experience, your responsibilities may extend beyond general office administration to include planning, analysis, reporting, and participation in process improvement activities and the development of technical solutions. The Project Coordinator must be highly organized, detail-oriented, and possess excellent interpersonal communication skills, along with a strong sense of urgency. This position requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to manage multiple tasks with competing priorities in dynamic and politically sensitive environments. You will be expected to maintain a professional demeanor and effectively communicate technical and program-related information to various stakeholders, ensuring that customer expectations are met.

Responsibilities

• Act as the C-UAS program single point of contact for all program travel, Rest & Relaxation schedules, Field Service Watchstander rotation schedules, and building Travel Requests for U.S. government approval.
• Oversee the implementation and adherence of the Parsons Memorandum for the Record (MFR) for overseas Rest and Relaxation policies and procedures.
• Create, submit, track, and modify UAS Geofences and Whitelisting requests.
• Implement and track Parsons health and safety policies to ensure a risk-free and safe work environment.
• Support and assist the Operations PM maintenance management tasks with opening, data entry, modification, review, and closure of Work Orders (WO) in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Compile, edit, and prepare the Weekly Activity Report (WAR) for submission to the Operations Project Manager.
• In the absence of the Ops PM, compile and submit the WAR to the Deputy Program Lead or Government Technical Monitor (GTM).
• Oversee the implementation of HR policies and procedures when performing job duties.
• Provide executive level updates on personnel travel, R&R schedules, rotation schedules, and all other job-related responsibilities.
• Perform document generation, review and editing for all supported projects and plans.
• Present information and briefings to senior managers orally and in writing.
• Support the Operations Project Manager's mission to support deployed operations.
• Archive After Action Reports (AARs), Incident Reports, and Storyboards into the SIM C-UAS SharePoint program of record.
• Maintain and streamline C-UAS SharePoint and C-UAS operations Teams folder to ensure archived information is easy to search, parse, and utilize.
• Provide operational support, monitoring, and maintenance support of various global locations.
• Undertake project tasks as assigned by the Operations Manager.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with typically 3+ years of related operations experience, or 10 years of professional experience.
• Experience with Government customers preferred.
• Experience effectively and professionally communicating technical and program related information to multiple stakeholders and adherence to established communications plans.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with competing priorities in dynamic, politically sensitive environments ensuring customer expectations are managed.
• At least one year of CMMS and/or logistics operating systems experience.
• Two or more years combined results-oriented experience in a dynamic environment.
• Possess and maintain a valid Remote Pilot Certificate under Part 107 of Federal Aviation Administration.
• Earn and maintain a valid Parsons Drone Program certification.
• Maintain a professional demeanor, demonstrating excellent oral and written communication skills to resolve issues with all stakeholders.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work within a team, take the initiative and show strong attention to detail.
• Proactive problem solver, expected to present problems and recommendations simultaneously.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, SharePoint, and Project.
• Maintain, or be able to obtain, a DOS SECRET security clearance.
• Able to obtain a Class 1 DOS medical clearance.
• Complete Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) within 6 months of onboarding.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings plan
• Professional development opportunities