Strategic Planner – Multiple Levels - Noblis

Responsibilities

For over 25 years, Noblis has provided specialized engineering, acquisition, and program management services to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), playing a key role in the acquisition and implementation of mission-critical systems and capabilities across the Air Traffic Organization (ATO) and the Office of NextGen (ANG). We are seeking passionate and committed professionals ready to contribute their expertise towards advancing the National Airspace System (NAS) in alignment with the FAA's forward-looking vision for aviation. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to projects that streamline the acquisition and deployment of next-generation air traffic management and surveillance systems, improve infrastructure at airports and in the airspace, and support the integration of unmanned aircraft systems and commercial space ventures. Your work will directly influence the FAA's ability to adapt to future growth and technological shifts, ensuring the aerospace system remains the safest and most efficient worldwide.

Come and be a part of our dynamic team, where your contributions will not only advance the aviation industry but also contribute to a safer, more sustainable future in air travel. Apply now and take flight towards a rewarding career that promises growth, innovation, and collaboration at the forefront of aviation technology.

Description

Noblis is seeking Strategic Planners to support the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Air Traffic Systems  and Surveillance Services directorates within the  Program Management Organization (PMO). Employees will provide a wide range of advisory and analytical support services for development of strategies, planning and implementation activities associated with the execution of fundamental changes in how the Air Traffic Organization (ATO) conducts business.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of the program management team to analyze and report on collected data.
• Focus on building, maintaining, and analyzing schedules and budgets.
• Support the planning, development, and implementation of strategic plans and schedules.
• Conduct communication planning and coordinate senior-level management input and approval for planning agendas, logistics, and communication of planning sessions.
• Capture and manage action item status, generating program/project status, cost and schedule indicators, project schedule trends, critical path analysis, and schedule optimizations.
• Develop and analyze weekly/monthly reports on business-related metrics.
• Conduct program and organizational analysis and process mapping to identify barriers to achieving ATO goals and objectives.
• Provide advisory and analytical support for ATO-wide communication and outreach strategies for multiple initiatives and programs.
• Identify potential project trends and risks and communicate them to management.
• Support the creation of cost estimates for procurement actions.

Required Qualifications

• • Successfully pass an FAA background investigation/verification and receive a successful final suitability determination.
  • Proven experience in strategic planning, schedule and budget analysis, and program management.
  • Strong background in data analysis, reporting, and communication planning.
  • Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Experience in providing strategic planning support for Enterprise Programs and Initiatives.
  • Ability to adapt quickly to dynamic and often competing priorities.
  • Experience in project/program management to ensure deadlines and milestones are met.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Suites (PowerPoint, Project, Word).

   

  Educational and Experience Requirements

   

  Work experience that is not relevant to the labor category definition will not be considered in the "Years of Relevant Experience" calculation.

   

  Senior-level

  • Minimum of 15 years’ experience with bachelor's of arts/science degree or 15 years of related experience in business/ financial operations, scheduling or implementation of strategic business initiatives that define/increase organizational effectiveness and efficiencies.
  • Master's degree may be substituted for bachelor's degree and 3 years’ experience.
  • Compensation Ranges - D.C. and NJ: $99,100 - $206,250

   

  Mid-level

  • Minimum of 10 years’ experience with bachelor's of arts/science degree or 15 years of related experience in business/ financial operations, scheduling or implementation of strategic business initiatives that define/increase organizational effectiveness and efficiencies.
  • Master's degree may be substituted for bachelor's degree and 3 years’ experience.
  • Compensation Ranges - D.C. and NJ: $90,300 - $154,825

   

  Junior-level

  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience with bachelor's of arts/science degree or 15 years of related experience in business/ financial operations, scheduling or implementation of strategic business initiatives that define/increase organizational effectiveness and efficiencies.
  • Master's degree may be substituted for bachelor's degree and 3 years’ experience.
  • Compensation Ranges - D.C. and NJ: $67,800 - $141,075

Desired Qualifications

• FAA experience providing intra/ inter-agency and private industry research and benchmarking in support of ATO strategic plans.
• Familiarity with FAA regulations and standards.
• Experience in generating program/project status reports and conducting critical path analysis.
• Ability to create and maintain detailed technical documentation.

Locations may vary depending on location of the project. Some primary on-site locations include: Washington D.C., Egg Harbor NJ, and Oklahoma City OK.Possibility of some roles allowing for remote/hybrid employment.All roles require U.S. citizenship or green card permanent resident who has resided in the U.S. for 3+ yearsThis opportunity is contingent on contract awardThank you for your interest!

Overview

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI, and Noblis MSD tackle the nation's toughest problems and apply advanced solutions to our clients' most critical missions. We bring the best of scientific thought, management, and engineering expertise together in an environment of independence and objectivity to deliver enduring impact on federal missions. Noblis works with a wide range of government clients in the defense, intelligence and federal civil sectors. Learn more at Noblis -About Us

Why work at a Noblis company?

Our employees find greater meaning in their work and balance the other things in life that matter to them. Our people are our greatest asset. They are exceptionally skilled, knowledgeable, team-oriented, and mission-driven individuals who want to do work that matters and benefits the public. Noblis has won numerous workplace awards. Noblis maintains a drug-free workplace.

Salary Range Explanation

At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits page on our Careers site.

Salary at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, and clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is provided within the posting and are based on full time status. Part time staff receive a prorated salary based on regularly scheduled hours. The estimated minimum and maximum displayed represents the broadest range for this position (inclusive of high geographic and high clearance requirements), and is just one component of Noblis’ total compensation package for employees.

Posted Salary Range

Equal Employment Opportunity

Noblis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race (as well as because of or on the basis of traits historically associated with race, including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

Noblis is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Noblis will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact employee-relations@noblis.org.