Project Management Support Specialist

Job Title: Project Management Support Specialist

Location: Arnold AFB
- Tullahoma, TN
- On-Site

Canvas is seeking a qualified individual to provide advisory and assistance services to the Air Force in project/program management efforts associated with specific test needs at the Arnold Engineering Development Complex (AEDC) at Arnold AFB, TN. The candidate will provide a wide range of services including procurement support, contract administration assistance, and records management/administrative support for a variety of planning and executing projects.

• Working knowledge of project phases (Initiation, Planning, Design, Execution, and Closeout).
• Participate in monthly project review briefings for our Air Force customer.
• Holding and/or participating in weekly/bi-weekly meetings for project updates.
• Advise the Air Force of any project disconnects, risks, opportunities, and overall progress.
• Assist with project oversight of complex projects of all sizes.
• Follow a structured system engineering approach that facilitates project milestone reviews including but not limited to;
  Integrated Baseline Review (I ), Preliminary Design Review (PDR), Critical Design Review (CDR), Verification Readiness Review (VRR), Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Functional Configuration Audit (FCA), and Physical Configuration Audit (PCA).
• Assess contractor documentation against project requirements.
• Assist in maintaining accurate documentation of project activities, decisions, and outcomes.
• Foster and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution across all locations.

• PMP certification desirable

• Minimum Education:
  • PM1:
    Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field OR substitution as described below.
  • PM2:
    Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field OR substitution as described below.
  • PM3:
    Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field OR substitution as described below.
• Minimum Experience:
  • PM1: 0 years of experience
  • PM2: 0-3 years of experience
  • PM3: 3-10 year of experience
  • Substitutions: A Bachelor's degree can be substituted with 6 years of relevant experience OR an Associates degree and 4 years of relevant experience.
  • Security Clearance:
    Must be able to acquire and maintain a DoD Secret clearance.

• Highly organized with excellent communication skills
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
• 5-10% travel may be required

Founded in 2007, Canvas connects a passion for going beyond the expected with the knowledge and expertise to deliver what our clients need now and in the future. Canvas has been recognized as a Great Place to Work Certified ™, Fortune Best Small Workplace ™, Fortune Best Workplace for Millennia ls ™ (2022), Best Place for Working Parents (2022 & 2023), HIRE Vets Gold Medallion Awardee (2021 & 2022), Best Places to Work Awardee, 2019 Government Contracting
- Technology Business of the Year, and Woman-Owned Small Business of the Year (2018) by the Huntsville/Madison Chamber of Commerce.

• Competitive Wages*
• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Generous company-funded Basic Life Insurance
• Company-funded Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• 11 Paid Federal Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Dependent Care and Medical Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match and 100% immediate vesting
• Tuition Reimbursement for ongoing training, continuing education, or advanced degree programs
• Robust Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Spot Awards for exemplary individual performance
• Discretionary performance-based bonuses
• And many more!
• Final compensation for this position is determined by a variety of factors, such as a candidate's relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.

Canvas is an equal opportunity employer and a VEVRAA federal contractor who affords equal employment opportunity to protected veterans and people with disabilities.

Canvas has equal employment opportunities…