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Spirit Defense - Project Management Specialist (Associate or Mid-Level)

Wichita, KansasFull-time$60k–$92k2026-11-03 → 2026-11-12
No visa sponsorshipCitizens onlySecurity clearance required

Core

Manages operational aspects of ongoing projects, serves as liaison between program management and operations, and resolves production issues to meet productivity and quality goals.

Role type

Associate to Mid-Level Project Management Specialist

Builds

Defense and space mission support capabilities through rapid prototyping and manufacturing

Domain

Defense & Aerospace Manufacturing

Required skills

Project management, budget management, schedule development, risk assessment, root cause analysis, cross-functional coordination, business acumen, Microsoft Project, Excel, PowerPoint, Word

Preferred skills

PMP certification, Smartsheet, SAP, MES, lean processing, industrial engineering concepts, executive presentation skills

Technologies

Microsoft Project, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Smartsheet, SAP, MES

Responsibilities

Oversee operational aspects of ongoing projects, review project status and budgets, assess production issues and develop resolutions, develop mechanisms for monitoring project progress, assist in training and mentoring team members, foster business partnerships with internal customers

Seniority

Associate (3+ years) to Mid-Level (5+ years)