Senior Project Manager - Mississippi State University : Job Details

Senior Project Manager

Mississippi State University

Job Location : Starkville,MS, USA

Posted on : 2025-07-31T01:37:45Z

Job Description :

Apply now Job no: 509012Position type: Full-Time 12-MonthDepartment: 194100 - Advanced Composites InstituteLocation: Main Campus - Starkville, MSCategories: ProfessionalPosition Open Date: Mar 19 2025

Position Function:

Manages a variety of activities, projects, grants, and requests for services from external clients and customers, as well as internal MSU and Advanced Composites Institute (ACI) related projects. The project manager will plan and implement projects associated with advanced manufacturing, resin infusion, and resin transfer molding. This position will be primarily focused on our industry-related partners like Boeing, Aurora Flight Sciences, and Northrop Grumman as well as our long-standing research efforts with the Federal Aviation Administration. This individual may be required to manage and lead a team as necessary to complete the project. The projects are manufacturing-related and will require working in a cross-functional team environment where multiple priorities and deadlines must be managed simultaneously.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Interface with engineers, scientists, and subject matter experts across multiple disciplines to deliver project results.
  • Collaborate with ACI staff and external clients in coordinating and managing projects. These clients include industry partners, internal stakeholders, and other MSU departments.
  • Serve as liaison between technical and business teams to ensure seamless execution of work.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with private industry, academia, and state and federal agencies while promoting awareness and enhancing the visibility of core research capacities.
  • Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to organize, plan, and execute project activities on schedule and within budget.
  • Identify and manage project risks and implement mitigation strategies as needed.
  • Support tracking and reporting of project success metrics and data collection essential for meeting sponsor requirements.
  • Assist in proposal development activities, including identifying opportunities for grant funding and ensuring compliance with sponsor requirements.
  • Develop and implement systems and processes to establish and maintain records for the operating unit.
  • Performs related duties as assigned.

    • Minimum Qualifications:

    Education Bachelor's degree Engineering, Aviation, Project Management, BusinessExperience 6 years Directly related to the job duties and responsibilities specified

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Knowledge of AS9100 certification requirements
    • PMP certification
    • Master's degree or higher

    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

    • Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
    • Strong communication skills and the ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with a wide range of professionals.
    • Strong written communication skills and the ability to write understandable technical text for non-expert audiences.
    • Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
    • Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications.
    • Demonstrated ability to manage/coordinate multiple detailed tasks.

    Working Conditions and Physical Effort

    Frequent interruptions based on changing priorities; involves occasional exposure to demands and pressures from persons other than immediate supervisor. Job occasionally requires standing, stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling, and lifting to 50 pounds. Some travel required. Vision requirements: ability to see information in print and/or electronically.

    Apply online submitting a cover letter and resume.

    Position is contingent upon continued availability of funding.

    Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

    Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity institution. Discrimination is prohibited in university employment, programs or activities based on race, color, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, or any other status to the extent protected by applicable law.

    What do I do if I need an accommodation?

    In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Mississippi State University, please contact the Department of Human Resources Management at tel: (662) ###-#### or [email protected].

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