IT Project Manager (Scrum/Waterfall/Kanban)

EchoStar Corporation (NASDAQ: SATS) is a premier global provider of satellite communication solutions. Headquartered in Englewood, Colo., and conducting business around the globe, EchoStar is a pioneer in communications technologies through its Hughes Network Systems and EchoStar Satellite Services business segments. For more information, visit echostar.com. Follow @EchoStar on Twitter.

Today, our brands include EchoStar, Hughes, DISH TV, Sling TV, Boost Infinite, Boost Mobile, DISH Wireless, OnTech and GenMobile.

EchoStar has an exciting opportunity for IT Project Manager (Scrum/Waterfall/Kanban) in our Hughes Network Systems division. This position is located at our Germantown, MD office.

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously and identify solutions for complex business problems by using agile scrum, waterfall, or Kanban methodologies.
• Develop and execute project plans and charters for multiple projects using Microsoft Project.
• Coordinate projects for cross functional teams and assist project team with matrix organization.
• Perform launch and rollout of new software, product, and services by using project management tools.
• Facilitate and coordinate information for projects of various disciplines. Report project progress to higher management.

Basic Requirements: 

• Master’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a closely related field plus 6 months’ experience in project planning, execution, monitoring and resource balancing OR Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Information Technology or a closely related field plus 5 years’ experience in project planning, execution, monitoring and resource balancing.
• Experience must include 6 months in each of the following: Microsoft Project; JIRA; Kanban methodology; Network security project planning; Agile scrum; MS Suite; and Vendor management.

Will be eligible for discretionary bonus, with funding based on company performance.

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EchoStar is committed to offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Our programs are designed to provide you with the ability to customize your benefits to best meet the needs of you and your family. Our philosophy for these programs is to support and encourage healthy living and wellness. Our benefits package covers it all–from healthcare savings plans to education assistance and more!

• Financial:  401(k) retirement savings plan with company match; employee stock purchase plan; profit-sharing; company-paid life insurance, AD&D and disability

• Work-Life Balance:  Paid Time Off (PTO), company-paid holidays, health and wellness events, exercise and sports facilities (locations may vary)

• Employee Incentives:  Tuition reimbursement, employee referral program, year round employee events and community programs, discounts on Dish Network and HughesNet

• Health:  Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Health Savings Account (HSA) with opportunities to earn employer contributions; Health Care, Dependent Care and Transportation Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

EchoStar and its Affiliated Companies are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.  U.S. Persons or those able to obtain and maintain U.S. government security clearances may be required for certain positions. EEO is the law.