Project Manager
Design Interactive
Contract
On-site
Orlando, Florida, United States
About Us
Design Interactive, Inc. is an innovative leader in human performance-enhancing technology that supports industries including military, first responders, and medical personnel. We specialize in augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), artificial intelligence (AI), and data-driven training solutions to enhance decision-making, training, and operational performance. Our team is dedicated to advancing human performance through cutting-edge technology and research, helping organizations achieve greater efficiency, safety, and effectiveness.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Purpose of Position:
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Project Manager to assist with the leadership of cross-functional teams in delivering innovative solutions that improve human performance, including extended reality (XR) delivery methods, human digital twins, digital transformation tools, and other human-centered technology solutions. This role will assist in overseeing project planning, execution, and delivery across research and engineering domains, ensuring alignment with client goals and internal milestones. We seek motivated, self-starters who can work independently in a very short timeframe, while rapidly progressing toward the ability lead task execution and projects.
Primary Responsibilities:
Design Interactive, Inc. is an innovative leader in human performance-enhancing technology that supports industries including military, first responders, and medical personnel. We specialize in augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), artificial intelligence (AI), and data-driven training solutions to enhance decision-making, training, and operational performance. Our team is dedicated to advancing human performance through cutting-edge technology and research, helping organizations achieve greater efficiency, safety, and effectiveness.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Purpose of Position:
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Project Manager to assist with the leadership of cross-functional teams in delivering innovative solutions that improve human performance, including extended reality (XR) delivery methods, human digital twins, digital transformation tools, and other human-centered technology solutions. This role will assist in overseeing project planning, execution, and delivery across research and engineering domains, ensuring alignment with client goals and internal milestones. We seek motivated, self-starters who can work independently in a very short timeframe, while rapidly progressing toward the ability lead task execution and projects.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Assist in leading and managing complex R&D and software development projects from initiation through delivery.
- Assist in developing project scopes, schedules, budgets, and resource plans using SOWs and estimating techniques.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams including engineers, researchers, quality assurance teams, and designers.
- Assist in driving teams toward successful completion of project milestones.
- Facilitate user-centered design processes, including requirements gathering, usability testing, and stakeholder engagement.
- Monitor project risks and help implement mitigation strategies.
- Prepare and present technical reports, proposals, and client updates.
- Support proposal development and contribute to technical writing.
- Promote company products and services at customer sites and industry events.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Engineering, Human Factors, Psychology, or other technical field related to typical company projects.
- 3+ years of experience in project management, preferably in R&D or software development.
- Some experience or knowledge of technical project execution and processes. Experience in human-centered design, system engineering, or agile methodologies highly desired.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Experience or familiarity with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira) highly desired.
- Progress toward Project Management Institute (PMI) certification appropriate to experience level or equivalent desired.
Experience: Minimum 2 years in Project Management or Scrum
Travel: Position requires a minimum amount of local, overnight and extended travel.
Travel: Position requires a minimum amount of local, overnight and extended travel.
Physical Functions/Environment:
- Position requires a moderate to high amount of local, overnight and extended travel.
- Physical requirements involve performing general office activities.
What We Offer:
- A real pathway for contributing meaningful work that supports military readiness and saves lives.
- Empowerment and autonomy to perform impactful work with tangible results.
- Ten paid holidays (and one additional floating holiday) throughout the year.
- Paid Time Off (first year prorated depending on start date)
- Retirement Savings Plan with 401k match opportunity
- Benefits including elective Medical, Dental, Vision, and Short-Term Disability coverage.
- Company paid Basic Life Insurance, AD&D, Long-term Disability, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including those from underrepresented communities in technology.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including those from underrepresented communities in technology.