DoW SkillBridge Program Project Manager Ft. Walton Beach, FL
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BAE Systems offers a DoD SkillBridge opportunity for transitioning military members to gain project management experience in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. The Project Manager supports the Deputy Operations Director and PMO Program Manager by managing project progress and timelines and helping ensure technical operations and project management needs are completed on time. The program is designed for members within their last 180 days of service.
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Job Description
DOD SkillBridge Program Project Manager
BAE Systems is offering a unique DoD SkillBridge opportunity for transitioning military members seeking to gain valuable experience in Project Management in Fort Walton Beach, FL. As a Project Manager, you will play a critical role in supporting the Deputy Operations Director and PMO Program Manager in managing project progress and timelines, and ensuring the timely completion of technical operations and project management needs.
Essential Functions/Duties
o Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project requirements, specifications, and timelines
o Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and resource allocations to ensure project milestones are met
o Monitor and track project progress, identifying potential risks or issues and implementing corrective actions as required
o Create compelling content, such as pitch decks and executive summaries, for business development and consulting meetings
o Assist in establishing and maintaining organizational project management methodology and procedures
o Create and maintain reports and documentation related to Operations infrastructure
o Collaborate with the Program Manager Office to implement strategic projects
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Requirements
o Bachelor's degree
o Minimum 5 years of experience in project management or a related field
o Proven experience prioritizing multiple tasks, managing projects, and adapting to a changing environment
o Awareness of project management principles and practices
o Strong written and verbal communication skills
o Demonstrated ability to effectively interface with and present to all levels of employees and leadership
o Proficient in MS Office suite of tools, including PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Teams
Eligibility Requirements for SkillBridge Fellowship
o Must be eligible to participate in Fellowship per DoD Instruction 1322.29
o Must be projected to receive an honorable discharge from the military
o Must receive approval from Unit Commander or chain of command
o Must be located within a commutable distance or willing/approved to relocate to Fort Walton Beach, FL
Program Details
o The program is designed for transitioning military members within their last 180 days of service
o Participants will gain valuable work experience and on-the-job training in Project Management
o The program is a great opportunity to translate your military skills into a civilian career
What We Offer
o A unique opportunity to gain industry-specific experience and skills in Project Management
o A chance to build a professional network and make valuable connections
o A supportive and dynamic work environment
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $0 - $0
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20 hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.
DoW SkillBridge Program Project Manager Ft. Walton Beach, FL
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How this job compares
Set against the 22,516 open Project Manager jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 11, 2026.
- Pay
- This postingNot listed
- Florida median$107–190K/yr392 salary ranges
- US median$48–61/hr838 hourly ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 944 open Project Manager jobs in Florida and 22,516 across the US. 5% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 5 years of experience; Project Manager postings that state a minimum ask for 6 years at the median (19,402 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 11,470 of the 22,516 open Project Manager jobs (51%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 11, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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