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Job Description:

POSITION OVERVIEW  

The Xator Counter Unmanned Aircraft System (C-UAS) team is a U.S. government-sponsored program that provides program management, solutions development, testing, evaluation, maintenance, training, and operations to provide protection to personnel and property at U.S. missions abroad.  The market for C-UAS technologies is ever expanding as the proliferation of UAS continues to saturate the airspace with an omnipresent threat. This is a fine opportunity to join a team that has a meaningful purpose and unlimited potential. The selected individual will be an integral member of a team safeguarding the interests of our nation. This is a full-time position with benefits that offers a flexible work schedule. 

Xator is seeking an Operations Project Coordinator to join a fast-paced, cross-functional C-UAS project team. The Project Coordinator will assist the Operations Manager and drive the successful execution of critical, complex, and business-driven initiatives. The Project Coordinator will provide transparency through all phases of the program/project life cycle for initiatives and assignments, such as planning, design, development, and deployment. The ideal hire is a multi-talented project management professional specialized in achieving timely results in a collaborative, cross-functional environment. Based on demonstrated experience, the responsibilities of this position may extend beyond general office administration, facilitation, and coordination duties to include planning, analysis, reporting, and limited participation in process improvement activities and the development of technical solutions.  The Project Coordinator must be highly organized and detail-oriented, with excellent interpersonal communication skills and a keen sense of urgency. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS) 

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 (e.g., temporary relief of deployed personnel, manager support for installs, and be prepared to serve as a support role to support contingencies)   

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 

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS  

Education 

Bachelor’s degree with typically 3+ years of related operations experience, or 10 years of professional experience.  

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.   

Candidate must be able to manage multiple tasks with competing priorities in dynamic, politically sensitive environments ensuring customer expectations are managed.  

Candidate must have at least one year of CMMS and/or logistics operating systems experience  

Two or more years combined results-oriented experience in a dynamic environment 

Specialized Knowledge/Skills Requirements 

Candidate shall possess and maintain a valid Remote Pilot Certificate under Part 107 of Federal Aviation Administration   

Candidate shall earn and maintain a valid Parsons Drone Program certification  

Candidate will 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  

Candidate must be Microsoft Office, SharePoint, and Project proficient 

Candidate must maintain, or be able to obtain, a DOS SECRET security clearance 

Candidate must be able to obtain a Class 1 DOS medical clearance 

Candidate must complete Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) within 6 months of onboarding 

PHYSICAL REQUIRMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS  

Full time position:  40 hours a week 

Perform work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as climbing ladders, scaffolding, and high lift equipment up to 40 feet, crawl spaces, above ceilings, etc.  

Manual dexterity required for frequent reaching, climbing, and lifting of moderate objects, operation of power and manual tools/equipment, and operating office equipment 

Must meet most stringent country medical clearance requirements. Position requires adherence to approved vaccination protocols as determined by location.  

Candidates should be willing to travel / TDY away from their home location for up to 25% of a typical work year, potentially to international diplomatic facilities 

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Not Applicable/None

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

Our Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our diverse, intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: 

$70,500.00 - $123,400.00

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Diversity is ingrained in who we are, how we do business, and is one of our company’s core values. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for minority, female, disabled, protected veteran and LGBTQ+.

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