Project Manager - Digital Range Training Systems

Project Manager - Digital Range Training Systems

Applied Training Solutions

United States, Florida, Orlando

Jun 14, 2025

Position:Project Manager - Digital Range Training Systems

Posted:01/24/2025

THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON CONTRACT AWARD

Project Manager - Digital Range Training Systems

Orlando, FL

Description:

The Project Manager is responsible for management of installing and maintaining Force-on-Target training systems at various US Army CONUS sites, analysis of training range IT Networks, troubleshooting and solutions. The Project Manager reports to the Program Manager and works with the Engineering team for preparation of equipment to be fielded, installing the equipment and on-call support of the installed systems. Candidate must possess experience building, operating, testing, and training with systems involved in Digital Range Training Systems (DRTS). Strong organizational skills, communication skills, and the ability to work independently are required, as candidate will have regular interface with military and civilian customer personnel. Candidate must be self-sufficient and must be able to manage the program with minimal management oversight. This candidate will have the following key responsibilities:

Job Duties:

Serve as the lead of the DRTS program, with personnel management and program management responsibilities

Provide Program Management support to the DRTS as the Prime for the contract as assigned to include:

DMPTR and DMPRC Technical Reviews (TR), for the purpose of presenting the proposed HW selection and system design that meets the ATO Baseline.

Work required to plan, procure, prepare, test, install, troubleshoot, integrate, and verify the CTR to include the removal and accountability of the components being replaced.

Test Readiness Reviews (TRR) and System Verification Tests (SVT)

Provide management, planning, organization, control, and coordination of the DRTS program

Responsibility for ensuring all financial objectives are met on the DRTS program and assigned tasking; including the development and management of financial plans (Long Range Plans, Operating Plans, Outlooks)

Coordinate program activities across multiple functions; and ensure program goals, objectives, and scheduled deliveries are met

Initiate product orders, establish priority and track hardware status, resolve program issues, and ensure delivery of spares and repairs to meet dynamic schedule requirements

Maintain and monitor program metrics identifying operational deficiencies, establishing root causes, and implementing corrective actions; and continuously identify areas of process improvement for program policies, processes, and procedures

Kick-off and lead all proposals from receipt of RFP through contract negotiations and contract award

Provide weekly status reports, items of interest, executive briefs, and data call responses to Senior management (or more frequently as requested/required)

Prepare for and lead programmatic reviews and audits with external customers, internal stakeholders, and management

Incite and sustain enthusiasm and high team performance to deliver quality products on schedule

Perform other relevant duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications:

Seasoned and experienced as an IPT (Integrated Product Team) Lead, Functional Program Lead, Deputy Program Manager, or Program Manager on a range or integrated logistics support (ILS) program

Experience supporting or leading proposal development activities as a Proposal Manager, Program Manager, Functional Lead, and/or BOE Author

Experience working with suppliers and/or subcontractors

Risk and Opportunity Management experience

Highly effective management and leadership skills, fully embracing and continuously applying Full Spectrum Leadership imperatives

Strong interpersonal, communication, and networking ability

Demonstrated program or project planning to include forecasting requirements; and defining/tracking tasks, schedule, and budget

Proven ability to identify, understand, communicate, and lead diverse teams to solve complex issues and problems

Demonstrated ability driving continuous improvement across programs, projects, and teams through process improvement and change management events

Experience managing and operating effectively in a fast paced and constantly changing environment

Highly competent in MS suite of tools to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.

Active US Security Clearance: SECRET

Desired Skills:

PMP Certification

Prior Program Management experience

Experience working with external customers in a customer-facing role

Experience with contract administration and management

Experience leading large multi-disciplinary teams on a range or ILS program

Relevant knowledge and experience with Army processes, management tools and resources

Applied Training Solutions, LLC is a leading simulations company providing innovative systems, products, and solutions to government and commercial customers.

Applied Training Solutions, LLC is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.