Senior Project Coordinator

SciTec, a wholly owned subsidiary of Firefly Aerospace, is a dynamic non-traditional defense contractor that delivers advanced technologies in support of U.S. National Security and Defense. For the past forty-five plus years, we have supported Department of Defense customers by developing innovative remote sensing algorithms, tools, and techniques to deliver world-class data exploitation capabilities supporting missile defense; intelligence, surveillance, & reconnaissance; space domain awareness; and aircraft survivability missions. 

Important Notice: SciTec exclusively works on U.S. government contracts that require U.S. citizenship for all employees. SciTec cannot sponsor or assume sponsorship of employee work visas of any type. Further, U.S. citizenship is a requirement to obtain and keep a security clearance. Applicants that do not meet these requirements will not be considered. 

We are seeking an experienced Sr Project Coordinator to administer Deficiency Reports (DRs) for programs supporting mission-critical systems. This role is responsible for monitoring, managing, and ultimately closing DRs and external dependencies in cross-functional coordination with internal and external stakeholders. 

The ideal candidate brings strong project leadership and accountability, understands data center and IT infrastructure concepts well enough to ask the right questions, and can effectively manage technical teams without serving as the technical implementer. 

Responsibilities 

• Coordinate the internal dissemination and adjudication Deficiency Reports (DRs) and external dependencies 

• Monitor DR status, hold program accountable to planned DR and external dependency work off 

• Brief stakeholders on the status and work off plan for DRs and external dependencies 

• Drive discussions with stakeholders to identify priorities and need-by dates of DRs and external dependencies 

• Work with program teams to gather DR and external dependency closure artifacts 

• Coordinate with stakeholders to drive planned DRs and external dependencies to closure 

Requirements 

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience) 

• 8+ years of professional experience leading technical teams to deliver new capabilities and solutions for US Government or aerospace customers 

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage complex technical information 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

• Ability to interact and develop positive relationships with customers, teammates, and company senior leadership 

• Possess strong team building, time-management, and conflict-resolution abilities 

• Detail-oriented with strong follow-through 

• Active DoD SECRET clearance or higher 

• Ability and willingness to work on site in Boulder, Colorado 

• Ability and willingness to travel locally within the Denver Metropolitan Area to support meetings. 

Candidates who have any of the following skills will be preferred: 

• Active TOP SECRET with SCI eligibility strongly preferred 

• Prior experience supporting or developing software in C, C++, or Rust 

• Prior experience supporting or deploying hardware solutions 

• Experience working in government, defense, or regulated environments 

• Experience managing projects using Agile, hybrid, or waterfall methodologies 

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SciTec offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• 4% Safe Harbor 401(k) match
• 100% company paid HSA Medical insurance, with a choice of 2 buy-up options
• 80% company paid Dental insurance
• 100% company paid Vision insurance
• 100% company paid Life insurance
• 100% company paid Long-term Disability insurance
• 100% company paid Hospital Indemnity insurance
• Voluntary Accident and Critical Illness insurance
• Short-term Disability insurance
• Annual Profit-Sharing Plan
• Discretionary Performance Bonus
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous Paid Time Off, including Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Pay
• Flexible Work Hours

The pay range for this position is $98,000 - $128,000 / year. SciTec considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills. This is not a guarantee of compensation.

SciTec is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. VET/Disabled.