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Job Description:

Ready for a challenge that will keep you on the edge in the field of national security?

Parsons is seeking an experienced and mission-focused Senior Field Project Manager to lead on-site performance at San Vito Solar Observatory, Italy in support of a critical U.S. Air Force mission. The selected candidate will serve as the senior on-site contractor representative responsible for overall contract execution, observatory operations, maintenance oversight, quality control, personnel supervision, mission readiness, and Government interface.

This position requires a strong leader who can manage technical operations, maintain compliance with contract performance standards, oversee reporting and maintenance activities, and step into operational coverage when needed.

What You'll Be Doing

• Provide overall leadership and accountability for execution of all contract requirements
• Lead and manage observatory operations and maintenance activities in support of continuous mission performance
• Ensure compliance with contractual standards, performance metrics, and system uptime requirements
• Serve as the primary on-site interface with Government leadership and supporting stakeholders
• Oversee continuous solar optical and radio patrol operations
• Ensure timely, accurate operational reporting and required deliverables
• Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance activities to minimize mission impact
• Ensure compliance with applicable procedures, technical directives, and operational standards
• Implement and enforce a comprehensive Quality Control program
• Oversee outage response, maintenance reporting, and configuration and calibration compliance
• Manage contractor personnel, staffing, training, certifications, and safety performance
• Support inspections, audits, and distinguished visitor engagements
• Maintain accountability for site resources, equipment, and facility-related planning
• Assign and manage recurring mission-related travel requirements in support of observatory operations and administration
• Provide operational coverage as needed during leave periods, training events, or unexpected personnel shortages

What Required Skills You'll Bring

• Bachelor's Degree in a technical or construction-related field (or equivalent)
• 12+ years of related work experience with 3+ of those years in a managerial/leadership role at a field site.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing technical, operational, or mission-support teams
• Ability to oversee maintenance programs, technical systems, and operational performance
• Strong organizational, communication, and reporting skills
• Experience working in structured, performance-driven contract environments
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with Government customers and stakeholders
• US Citizenship with eligibility to meet U.S. Government security requirements
• Ability to obtain and maintain any required documentation for international assignment and deployment to Italy
• Ability to travel as required in support of training, mission operations, administrative processing, and contract execution
• Ability to work on-site in an overseas environment

Additional Position Requirements

• The Contract Manager must be capable of providing operational analyst coverage when required due to leave, training, or other personnel shortages
• The selected candidate will need certification as a SOON analyst, RSTN analyst, or the ability to obtain required certification based on mission needs
• Formal training may be required depending on current qualifications and prior certification status
• Newly assigned personnel may be required to complete on-the-job training upon arrival at the observatory
• The candidate must be able to support recurring official travel requirements associated with observatory operations
• The candidate must be able to obtain required mission, visa, and in-processing documentation associated with assignment to Italy
• The candidate must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license and be able to obtain any additional driving credentials required for mission support

What Desired Skills You'll Bring

• Experience supporting DoD contracts or performance-based service contracts
• Experience leading quality control and compliance-focused programs
• Experience in mission-critical operations, maintenance, or observatory-related environments
• Prior certification or experience as a SOON or RSTN analyst
• Strong decision-making skills in operationally demanding environments
• High degree of integrity, accountability, and mission focus
• Ability to operate effectively in an overseas assignment
• Commitment to professional standards, team leadership, and safe operations

Security Clearance Requirement:

None

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: $112,200.00 - $196,400.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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