Project Manager

americansystems· Project / Program Management
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📍 Arlington, VA, USFULL TIME💰 USD 170K–228K/yr

About this role

Overview

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Engineering & Analysis, Test & Evaluation, and Training.

Responsibilities

As The Project Manager, you will:

  • Direct day-to-day execution of complex security-support work across multiple functional areas and locations.
  • Converts contract and mission requirements into coordinated schedules, assignments, deliverables, and measurable actions while maintaining visibility into performance, staffing, dependencies, and risk.
  • Synchronize contractor teams, functional specialists, and Government stakeholders; prepare management reporting; and resolve operational issues that could affect timely delivery. Working within the broader program-management structure
  • Pomote disciplined execution, consistent communication, and integration among security disciplines.
  • Ensure that planned activities progress to completion, required work products are delivered, and emerging priorities are incorporated without disrupting continuity or compliance.

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Plan and manage security-support projects, schedules, milestones, assignments, deliverables, and resource requirements.
  • Coordinate day-to-day execution among functional teams, contractor personnel, Government leads, and supported work locations.
  • Track actions, dependencies, risks, staffing needs, and performance trends through structured management tools.
  • Translate contract requirements and Government priorities into clear work plans and accountable team assignments.
  • Prepare status reports, management briefings, meeting materials, decision records, and corrective-action updates.
  • Resolve execution issues and escalate risks that could affect schedule, quality, staffing, or mission responsiveness.
  • Monitor deliverable quality and timeliness to ensure work products meet applicable requirements and customer expectations.
  • Implement process improvements that strengthen workload management, communication, and integrated service delivery.

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Qualifications

  • Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in a relevant discipline and 10 years of directly relevant experience; or a bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline plus 14 years of directly related work experience. 
  • Knowledge of DoD 5000 series (Acquisition Process).  
  • Four years’ general security experience 
  • Experience must include support to Special Access Program and Sensitive Compartmented Information environments 
  • Demonstrated ability to coordinate effectively across Government, contractor, and external stakeholders; prepare briefings, reports, standard operating procedures, and official correspondence; and lead a team in fast paced classified environments. 
  • CLEARANCE: Active Top Secret clearance; must be able to meet any applicable Special Access Program eligibility requirements identified by the Government. 

Pay Transparency Statement

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $159,200.00/Yr. - USD $265,800.00/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

EEO Statement

EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Project Manager role at americansystems?
The listed salary for this Project Manager position at americansystems is USD 170K–228K/yr. This is an FULL TIME role.
Where is the Project Manager position at americansystems located?
This Project Manager role at americansystems is based in Arlington, VA, US. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Project Manager role at americansystems full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a FULL TIME position. It is posted as a Project Manager role in the Project / Program Management department at americansystems.
Which team or department does the Project Manager at americansystems belong to?
This Project Manager position is part of the Project / Program Management department at americansystems. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Project Manager position at americansystems?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to americansystems's official application portal hosted on icims where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Project Manager job at americansystems posted?
This Project Manager position at americansystems was posted on Jul 31, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Project Manager
americansystems · 💰 USD 170K–228K/yr
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