E01-L03 Cloud Project Manager II

Summary

Aether Aerospace is part of a defense technology platform delivering technology-enabled services and advanced manufacturing solutions to U.S. Department of Defense and national security customers. The Cloud Project Manager II will develop and integrate cloud solutions, manage project priorities and risks, support operational strategies, and ensure contractual deliverables and customer requirements are met.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development effort by outlining and prioritizing work based on business value
• Liaise with stakeholders to ensure their interests are represented while coordinating with the team to meet deadlines and budget constraints
• Manage the business aspects of the project, ensuring the right product is built, in the right order, within budget, and by the deadline
• Preserve flexibility and rapidly respond to changes in project scope, priorities, or requirements
• Provide technical support to operational strategies that optimize processes, enhance productivity, and ensure quality across program functions
• Ensure 100% of planned hours are worked and recorded
• Identify and escalate opportunities for growth within the work area to leadership
• Participate in growth initiatives as requested
• Ensure all contractual deliverables are met or exceeded to customer satisfaction
• Complete personal PDP and attend Staff Meeting and Storytime (with camera on)
• Build productive and positive professional relationships with clients within the program
• Execute all contract requirements in accordance with contract-specific LCAT and requirements
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills

• **Clearance:**Active Secret Clearance
• **Education and Years of Experience:**Bachelor's degree in a related field with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience; or an associate's degree with 6 years of relevant experience; or a High School Diploma/GED with 8 years of relevant experience
• Experienced with frequent use and application of Agile and Scrum principles, methodologies, and best practices
• Ability to work under general supervision while providing solutions to technical challenges of moderate scope and complexity
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to facilitate cross-functional collaboration
• Proficiency in managing product backlogs, sprint planning, and Agile ceremonies
• Excellent communication skills to effectively engage with stakeholders, product owners, and development teams
• DoD 8570 / 8140 IAT Level II certification
• At least one cloud certification
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent Agile certification
• Experience with Agile project management tools such as Jira, Trello, or Azure DevOps
• Knowledge of software development life cycle (SDLC) and technical team dynamics
• Experience working with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment
• Ability to drive continuous process improvements and Agile best practices across teams

Qualifications

Must Haves

• **Clearance:**Active Secret Clearance
• **Education and Years of Experience:**Bachelor's degree in a related field with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience; or an associate's degree with 6 years of relevant experience; or a High School Diploma/GED with 8 years of relevant experience
• Experienced with frequent use and application of Agile and Scrum principles, methodologies, and best practices
• Ability to work under general supervision while providing solutions to technical challenges of moderate scope and complexity
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to facilitate cross-functional collaboration
• Proficiency in managing product backlogs, sprint planning, and Agile ceremonies
• Excellent communication skills to effectively engage with stakeholders, product owners, and development teams
• DoD 8570 / 8140 IAT Level II certification
• At least one cloud certification

Nice to Haves

• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent Agile certification
• Experience with Agile project management tools such as Jira, Trello, or Azure DevOps
• Knowledge of software development life cycle (SDLC) and technical team dynamics
• Experience working with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment
• Ability to drive continuous process improvements and Agile best practices across teams

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements that allow employees to balance quality work and personal lives
• Competitive compensation
• Health and wellness programs
• Income protection
• Paid leave
• Retirement and savings benefits
• Learning and development opportunities