Technical Project Manager

Riverside Research is an independent National Security Nonprofit dedicated to research and development in the national interest. We provide high-end technical services, research and development, and prototype solutions to some of the country’s most challenging technical problems.
 
 All Riverside Research opportunities require U.S. Citizenship.
 

Riverside Research is seeking a full-time experienced Project Manager to support the National Space Intelligence Center (NSIC) Space Body of Knowledge (SpaBoK) 2.0 database. This role blends project management and systems engineering, ensuring projects are delivered securely, on schedule, and aligned with mission objectives. The position requires expertise in Agile methodologies, compliance with data and architecture standards, and coordination with stakeholders across government and development teams.

• Develop and maintain project management plans covering scope, schedule, cost, risk, performance, and communications.
• Manage requirements, maintain traceability, and oversee change control.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to validate compliance with data standards, security requirements, and architecture frameworks.
• Provide subject matter expertise to guide scalable, secure technical solutions.
• Participate in architecture working groups and change control boards.
• Conduct technical design reviews and resolve issues to maintain mission alignment.
• Recommend and implement innovative solutions to improve performance and reduce risk.
• Maintain centralized project documentation, specifications, and models.
• Mentor project teams and share technical best practices.

• Active TS clearance with SCI adjudication
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, physics, math, business administration, finance, or related fields
• 8+ years' proven experience in project management for technical or IT-focused programs.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and tools such as Jira.
• Strong understanding of systems engineering principles, data standards, and architecture frameworks.
• Ability to coordinate across multi-stakeholder environments, including government and development teams.

Desired

• Master’s degree in engineering, computer science, physics, math, business administration, accounting, finance, or related field
• Project Management Professional (PMP)® or equivalent Agile certification (e.g., PMI-ACP, SAFe)
• Familiarity with Department of Defense acquisition lifecycle, governance checkpoints, and processes (e.g., PPBE, Milestones A/B/C).
• Understanding of classified program environments and ability to work with sensitive or restricted information.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, including government, contractors, and developer personnel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience presenting to senior stakeholders and technical working groups.

$120,000-$150,000 This represents the typical compensation range for this position based on experience, location and other factors.

 
Riverside Research Institute is a not-for-profit, technology-oriented defense company, where service to our customers and support of our staff is our overall mission. Riverside is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring.  Riverside offers comprehensive compensation and benefit packages to our employees.
Riverside bases its employment decisions solely on technical experience, qualifications and other job-related criteria related to our organizational purpose as a not-for-profit company, and without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, veteran’s status or any other status legally protected by applicable federal, state, and local law.