Project Operations Coordinator (J5)

Job description

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress. Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, inclusion and well-being are integral to success. Located in Chantilly, Virginia, we have more than 53,000 employees in approximately 80 countries across all 7 continents. Amentum is working with the Department of War (DoW) and the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) to design and develop a formal certification program for Counter Threat Finance (CTF) professionals. The intended audience for the certification program are analysts from the DoW, Defense Intelligence Enterprise (DIE), and Intelligence Community (IC) who qualify for the Threat Finance Certification Program (TFCP). We are seeking a highly experienced project management professional to serve as the team’s Project Operations Coordinator for the Threat Finance Certification Program (TFCP). Position Summary: The Project Operations Coordinator will leverage their deep expertise in project scheduling and critical path methodology to guide the strategic synchronization and execution of the DoW CTF certification program across multiple development swim lanes. Concurrently, they will be responsible for building and maintaining the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), mapping task interdependencies, and serving as the authoritative gatekeeper for schedule modifications to ensure the program meets its execution milestones. This is a strategic planning and integration role focused on ensuring realistic, scalable execution and the on-time delivery of the certification program. Key Responsibilities Synchronize Strategic Execution: Guide and align the DoW CTF certification program across multiple development swim lanes . Manage the Master Schedule: Build, update, and maintain the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) to ensure realistic, scalable execution . Apply Scheduling Methodology: Leverage deep expertise in project scheduling and critical path methodology to meet execution milestones . Map Task Interdependencies: Identify, track, and map critical task dependencies across the program. Control Schedule Modifications: Serve as the authoritative gatekeeper for all changes and modifications made to the project schedule. Ensure On-Time Delivery: Focus on strategic planning and integration to guarantee the certification program is delivered on schedule. Applicants must meet conditions of employment, to include, but not limited to: Must be a U.S. citizen at the time of application Must have a valid/ active Top Secret/ SCI Government Security Clearance Are subject to an initial background investigation and periodic re-investigation Are subject to an initial and periodic counterintelligence-scope polygraph tests Are subject to initial and random drug testing; (Important Note: Drug testing cannot be conducted outside the continental U.S.) Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Operations Management, Project Management, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and 5+ years of relevant experience). Minimum of five (5) years of experience in project coordination, master scheduling, or operations management within a Department of War (DoW) or Department of Defense (DoD) program environment. Advanced, demonstrated proficiency in utilizing enterprise project scheduling software (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Smartsheet, Primavera) to build dynamic schedules with complex logic networks. Strong understanding of project management principles, including critical path methodology (CPM), phased development planning, schedule risk analysis, and dependency mapping. Proven ability to synthesize unstructured, high-tempo team inputs into structured, logical, and trackable milestones. Exceptional written and oral communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to brief complex schedule data and execution strategies to government and corporate leadership. Active Top Secret/SCI (TS/SCI) security clearance. (Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance) Desired Qualifications: Formal project management certification (e.g., Project Management Professional [PMP], Certified associate in project management [CAPM], Agile Certified Practitioner [PMI-ACP], or PMI Scheduling Professional [PMI-SP]). Familiarity with Counter Threat Finance (CTF) terminology or intelligence community operational frameworks. Experience establishing an IMS for military training, curriculum development, or personnel certification programs. Advanced skills in utilizing Microsoft Power BI, Excel, or SharePoint Lists to build automated project tracking dashboards. Compensation Details: $115,000 - $125,000 Annually The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws. Benefits Overview: Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include: Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and holidays Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching) Educational reimbursement Parental leave Employee stock purchase plan Tax-saving options Disability and life insurance Pet insurance Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits. Original Posting: 09/02/2026 - Until Filled Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs. Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. 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