Project Manager - Tesla Government

Position: Project Manager

Employment Type: Full time

Location: Falls Church, VA (must be located in the DC metropolitan area)

About Us: Tesla Government Inc. (no affiliation with the automotive company) is a rapidly growing small business, located in Falls Church, Virginia. Founded in 2009, Tesla Government’s initiatives are designed to improve how government agencies manage and share information internally while extending to other government agencies and external partners. With decades of federal, military, and NGO experience, our proven agile approach delivers results and impactful solutions within a swift timeframe. Our metrics-driven approach and focus on performance reduces risk and ensures rapid adoption and project success.

We offer Flex PTO, flexible work schedule, health benefits, 4% matching on 401k contributions, competitive compensation and work from home (telework). We have a friendly, active work environment, and our projects make a difference.

Position Overview:  We are seeking an organized and detail-oriented entry-level Project Manager to assist with managing 4 key projects and a small team. This role is perfect for someone looking to start their career in project management, with opportunities to grow and develop under the guidance of leadership. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills, with a proactive approach to learning and taking on new challenges.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in managing project timelines and deliverables in four primary areas of responsibility:

  • Strategic competition research and data collection

  • Maritime domain awareness research and data collection

  • Requests for Information processes

  • Research and writing standardization

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and create project roadmaps.

• Organize and participate in project meetings.

• Track project progress and report to the Director of Research and Knowledge Management and potential additional stakeholders.

• Ensure project documentation and SOPs are up-to-date.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in international relations, business, management, or a related field.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

• Experience with tools for scheduling, resource planning, and collaboration.

• Demonstrated ability to navigate and mediate differences of opinion within teams to align toward a single project goal.

• Experience with customer/user relationship management - particularly with the US government or military.

• Proximity to key USG facilities in the Washington, DC or St. Louis, MO areas (plans for future relocation will be considered)

• US citizenship with the ability to acquire a security clearance.

• Familiarity with Tesla Government software. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in international relations, business, management, or a related field.

• Familiarity with project management software (e.g., Jira or similar).

• Experience leading teams, managing resources, and steering projects towards completion.

Desired Attributes:

• Adaptability – Ability to adapt to shifting priorities and adjust plans or timelines in response to project needs or feedback from stakeholders.

• Problem-Solving Skills – A proactive approach to identifying issues early and recommending or implementing solutions with minimal supervision.

• Curiosity and a Growth Mindset – Eagerness to learn about the four key project areas and acquire new skills through mentorship and hands-on experience.

• Analytical Thinking – Ability to analyze information, data, and feedback to help inform project decisions, optimize processes, and contribute to strategic goals.

• Resilience and Patience – Capacity to stay focused and maintain composure when faced with challenging tasks, timelines, or stakeholder demands.

• Stakeholder Engagement – Ability to engage and foster relationships with key internal stakeholders and maintain a collaborative attitude.

• Accountability and Ownership – A commitment to taking responsibility for assigned tasks, following through, and seeking ways to contribute meaningfully to project outcomes.

• Attention to Compliance and Standards – Awareness of or willingness to learn about standards for project documentation and compliance.

• Proactive and eager to learn.

To apply to this position, please submit:

• A resume

• A cover letter

Salary: The wage range for this role takes into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Tesla, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $80-85k.

Tesla Government Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status or on the basis of disability.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Tesla Government adheres to a policy of employment-at-will which allows either party to terminate the employment relationship at any time, for any reason, with or without cause or notice.