CareerPlan

Spirit Defense - Senior Project Management - IT

Wichita, KansasFull-time$113k–$173k2026-10-21 → 2026-11-01
On-site · United StatesNo visa sponsorshipUnited States citizens onlySecurity clearance required

Core

Senior Project Manager leading large-scale IT projects and programs for the defense and space marketplace.

Role type

Senior IC Project Manager

Builds

IT projects and programs achieving common business goals and strategic initiatives

Domain

Defense & Space, Information Technology

Required skills

Project management (PMI, Agile), Risk management, Stakeholder communication, Cost management, Schedule management, Resource allocation, Cross-functional collaboration, Strategic planning, Large-scale project execution, Matrix environment leadership

Preferred skills

PMP certification, Tableau, IT/BA/Financial Analyst background, Cost management experience, Microsoft Project/Excel proficiency

Technologies

PMI, Agile, Tableau, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook

Responsibilities

Initiate, plan, execute, monitor, control, and close individual projects and/or programs; Manage all project/program activities including schedules, status, risk/issues, resources, gaps, analysis, and meetings; Direct the work of project team members in a matrixed environment; Set expectations of cost, quality, task sequencing, due dates, and milestones; Monitor project progress and correct course to ensure goals are met; Provide consultative services to other projects/programs with integration points; Prepare standard project communications including status reports and dashboards; Develop and present information to inform, gain cooperation, and resolve issues.