Project Coordinator

Why AIS?

When you join AIS, you’re joining a mission-driven team that’s passionate about making a difference. You’ll work on projects that matter, alongside industry-leading experts, in an environment that fosters innovation, driving client success, and empowering our team to make a lasting impact. As an employee-owned company, we value collaboration, inclusivity, continuous growth, and shared success.

Core Knowledge & Skills

• Applies project management methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Understands contract requirements, risk management, and client expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the planning, scheduling, and execution of IT and office move projects, from initiation to closeout.
• Maintain project documentation, deliverables, and compliance artifacts.
• Track project milestones, risks, and dependencies, ensuring alignment with contract requirements and project schedules.
• Prepare briefings, status reports, and other materials for project reviews.
• Capture customer feedback to drive continuous improvement.
• Facilitate communication between technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Required For This Opportunity

• 2–5 years of experience in project coordination, program support, customer engagement, IT support or similar roles within the defense industry.
• Active Top Secret clearance.
• Demonstrated proficiency in core project management skills, including project planning, schedule management, resource tracking, and risk identification.
• Strong understanding of DoD environments and secure program operations.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interface professionally with government customers and internal teams.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with DoD acquisition processes, asset management, project lifecycle management, and contract compliance.
• Proficiency with project management tools and collaboration platforms (e.g., SharePoint, MS Project).

Nice To Have Skills

• Experience supporting classified programs or working in SCIF environments.
• Certifications such as CAPM or PMP.
• Experience with business analytics and data visualization tools.
• Mission-focused mindset and commitment to supporting national security objectives.

Pay

The targeted base salary range for this role is $88,000-$134,000 per year. Please note that this range is provided as a guideline and the final offer will be based on several factors, including but not limited to, skillset and competencies, level of experience, education, certifications, and location.