
Project Manager I
Dayton, OH · HybridFull-timeSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago
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The Project Manager I manages projects from design through release and closeout, developing plans, schedules, budgets, and deliverables while coordinating resources and communicating with stakeholders. The role typically handles simpler projects and may serve as a Control Account Manager on larger programs. It is based in the office four days per week and may require up to 25% international travel.
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In office
Dayton, OH
Full time
R0030948
The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.
SNC has led thoughtful and disruptive change in the aerospace and defense industry for the past 60 years and now, we’re applying this tenacity and expertise to the U.S. Air Force’s (USAF) Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) mission. Join the SNC-led SAOC team and be a part of exciting and meaningful work to modernize and deliver the next-generation SAOC aircraft trusted by the President, Secretary of Defense and Chairs of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to ensure continued critical command, control and communication during national emergencies. If you’re passionate about building the airborne command post of the future, consider SNC for your next mission. Learn more about NC3 and SAOC here (https://www.sncorp.com/capabilities/nc3-systems/) .
Are you a results-driven, team-oriented leader? This is the opportunity for you! As a Project Manager I, you will manage projects from design through release and program closeout, ensuring successful delivery to customers. You will develop project plans, schedules, and budgets, and interface with internal and external stakeholders on technical matters. This role typically involves managing simpler projects and serves as an introduction to people management.
Responsibilities:
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Manage projects from design to release, including project initiation, execution, delivery, and closeout.
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Develop, define, and execute project plans, schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
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Identify necessary resources for projects and coordinate their allocation.
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Interface with internal and external customers or field-based employees on technical matters.
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Manage simple projects such as studies, small task orders, Internal Research and Development, Level of Effort, services only, spares, or projects with minimal deliverables.
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Serve as a Control Account Manager on larger programs as needed.
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Track project progress against milestones, budgetary guidelines, and other performance indicators.
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Prepare reports to keep stakeholders informed of project status.
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Adapt to changes and remain flexible to ensure project success.
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Ability to travel up to 25% internationally
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Capacity to work in office 4 days per week
Qualifications You Must Have:
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Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related field.
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2+ years of experience in project management and/or in a related or technical field, internships not included in total years of experience.
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Relevant experience can be considered as a substitute for the required educational qualifications. In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 6 years of related experience is required.
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Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
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Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software.
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Demonstrated experience in managing a project.
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
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Strong analytical skills & capability to meet schedules.
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Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
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SNC Control Account Manager Certification
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Ability to obtain and maintain Secret Clearance
Qualifications We Prefer:
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Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.
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Basic understanding of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), or similar tool.
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Experience with developing budgets and managing projects to those budgets.
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Experience managing project scope and scope creep during project execution.
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Experience in resource planning and management during project execution.
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Experience with risk management planning and documentation.
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Familiarity with government contracting and regulations.
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Experience traveling internationally and working onsite with suppliers or subcontractors
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Active US Passport or ability to obtain a US Passport for international travel
Essential Functions:
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Ability to work at a computer for extended periods.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills.
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Ability to travel as required.
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Capacity to work in a hybrid environment, balancing office and remote work.
This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.
SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.
SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more (https://www.sncorp.com/careers/total-rewards/) .
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.
Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances. (https://www.dcsa.mil/Personnel-Vetting/Background-Investigations-for-Applicants/Investigations-Clearance-Process/)
SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!
SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.
SNC is a trusted global leader in aerospace and national security. Our innovative solutions enable connected protection through command, control and communications systems, as well as ISR, cyber, electromagnetic spectrum management, and other high capabilities for systems across all domains – sea, land, air, space and cyber.
As a longstanding leader in defense technology, SNC is the optimum intersection of commercial, defense and non-traditional contractors. We are one of the only privately owned mid-tier A&D contractors and we pride ourselves on our ability to invest early and often to ensure mission success on or ahead of schedule. It’s part of our mission to always stay one step ahead; working on solutions today to solve the problems of tomorrow.
Founded in 1963, SNC is owned by Chairwoman Eren Ozmen and CEO Fatih Ozmen.
How this job compares
Set against the 22,903 open Project Manager jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 4, 2026.
- Pay
- This postingNot listed
- Ohio median$100–181K/yr440 salary ranges
- Ohio median$55–64/hr32 hourly ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 980 open Project Manager jobs in Ohio and 22,903 across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 2 years of experience — less than three in four Project Manager postings that state a minimum ask for (median 6 years, across 19,687 postings).
- Education
- 12,397 of the 22,903 open Project Manager jobs (54%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
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