Project Manager, Chemical Test Division in Dugway Proving Ground, UT, Utah at AVARINT LLC

Avarint is a wholly owned subsidiary of CUBRC Inc.

***Position Pending Contract Award***

Avarint's Chemical Sciences Group is seeking a Project Manager to support the Chemical Test Division team in conducting Research, Development, Test and Evaluation (RDT&E) at Dugway Proving Ground, UT. Primary duties will include:

· Leading multi-disciplinary teams of scientists, engineers, and technicians in the planning and execution of complex RDT&E programs.

· Using and improving analytical and testing methods for the measurement of a broad spectrum of chemicals in various matrices using GC-MS, LC-MS/MS and other techniques.

· Working with highly-toxic chemicals and materials and providing technical expertise and support to the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

· Reviewing and continuously improving the QA/QC program to ensure that all reported data is accurate, complete, reliable and of high-confidence.

· Operating, maintaining and troubleshooting of analytical test equipment (GC, GC-MS and/or LC-MS/MS) and working closely with project managers to adjust methods to meet project objectives.

· Performing sample analysis using various instrumentation and comparing data to libraries of known results for the specific instrument and analyte being tested.

· Developing analysis reports that include methods, procedures and analytical data including interpretation of results and annotating the file documentation; and performing technical and/or administrative reviews of files, reports, data sets, results and conclusions.

· Maintaining a safe and laboratory work environment in accordance with all documented laboratory procedures.

Why Avarint:

· 401K – No waiting period. 100% vested on date of hire.

· 3% company contribution in the first year of employment, company contribution increases over time. Employee is not required to contribute to the plan to receive Avarint contribution.

· Health Insurance – No waiting period – competitive costs.

· Dental, Vision insurance after 6 months – Employer paid benefit for employees and dependents.

· Life Insurance after 6 months – Employer paid benefit for the employee.

· Generous paid time off, unlimited sick time and 9 paid holidays.

Avarint is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS MUST BE MET TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION:

Minimum Qualifications

· B.S. in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry or other related physical science or engineering discipline.

· A minimum of five (5) years of project/program management experience with DoD contracts, preferably in the area of chemical and biological.

· Experience identifying customer requirements, developing cost-effective solutions, and leading proposal efforts (developing technical approaches, cost estimates and program schedules).

· Experience with the development of Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and monitoring program execution (cost, schedule, performance) through earned value management principles.

· Experience with Microsoft Office software including MS Project, Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint.

· Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance.

· An active DoD Secret security clearance.

THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS ARE DESIRED BUT NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION:

· An active DoD security clearance (TS).

· Experience with Microsoft Office software (Access, SharePoint and Teams).

The position also requires that the selected candidate possesses:

· Strong hands-on laboratory skills with respect to GC-MS and/or LC-MS/MS instrument operation and sample analysis.

· Extensive knowledge in chemistry or relevant technical area and be able to apply knowledge to solve complex problems.

· Excellent organizational skills and communication skills (oral and written) and the ability to appropriately communicate with colleagues, management and clients to plan and execute duties.

· Deep attention to detail and the flexibility and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Candidate will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.