Project Planning/Risk Management Analyst

Job Description:

Analytical Mechanics Associates, Inc., (AMA) is seeking a full-time, onsite Project Planning/Risk Management Analyst to perform a variety of project

technical support services involving data review, reporting, project coordination, and other related duties in support of the Project/Program Manager.

The Project Planning/Risk Management Analyst will perform project schedule

creation and maintenance, risk identification and monitoring, and other related duties at the NASA Armstrong Flight Research Center in Edwards, CA.

This is a budget-contingent role that is onsite with no relocation funding available.

Salary range $70,304 to $95,516, based on skill level and experience.

Responsibilities:

• Works closely with various Project Managers and within the Project Support Office to coordinate projects; develop schedules, reporting criteria and records; research and compile statistics and data for projects; may assist in writing narratives for reports.
• Identifies and resolves issues to eliminate or mitigate the occurrence of consequences that may impact the success of the project. For program compliance, designs and implements procedures to fulfill project objectives and criteria; may prepare memorandums; works with agencies to resolve concerns and issues.
• Monitors project timeline; tracks document submissions; creates, monitors and maintains audit files. Identifies, communicates and resolves risks.
• Coordinate projects; develop system for data collection, reporting criteria and records; research and compile statistics and data for projects; may assist in writing narratives for reports.
• Prepares monthly reports with associated footnotes. Evaluates and monitors the performance and efficiency of programs to ensure that program implementation is on target.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree with an emphasis in Project Management or a related field strongly recommended, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience with Microsoft Office Applications.
• Experience with MS Project Desktop Application is preferred
• The successful candidate will have an acute sense of ownership to provide scheduling and risk support for multiple projects and PMs and the ability to work within a diverse project team.
• Ability to work closely with specified personnel to facilitate effective planning and execution of critical objectives in a timely manner and adherence to plans and schedules.
• Ability to work with minimal or no supervision.

Applicants must be a US citizen or permanent US resident.

Analytical Mechanics Associates (AMA) is proud of our customer relationships, our diverse and dynamic work environment, and our employees' career satisfaction. AMA is a small business with a wide reach; headquartered in Hampton, VA, AMA has operations in Greenbelt, MD; Huntsville, AL; Dallas and Houston, TX; Denver, CO; Mountain View, CA; and Edwards Air Force Base, CA. With over 60 years of experience, AMA specializes in aerospace engineering, science, analytics, information technology, and visualization solutions. AMA combines the best of engineering, science, and mathematics capabilities with the latest in information technologies, visualization, and multimedia to build creative solutions. We offer competitive salaries and a substantial benefits package, including but not limited to paid personal and federally recognized holiday leave, salary deferrals into a 401(k)-matching plan with immediate vesting, tuition reimbursement, short/long term disability plans, and a variety of medical, dental, and vision insurance options.

AMA is committed to the professional growth of every employee, understanding that the successes of our employees drive our success. We provide a work environment that is engaging, collaborative, and supportive. To learn more about our company, please visit our website at www.ama-inc.com/careers and follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn.

AMA is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited under federal, state, or local laws.