Manager, Communications and Stakeholder Engagement

Parsons Transportation Group

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US - UT, Ogden Until 9/27/2026 12+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted July 29, 2026 Last posted July 29, 2026
Job description
In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!

 

At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible.

 

Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Manager, Communications and Stakeholder Engagement to join our team! In this role you will get to provide program execution and leadership on mission critical programs supporting Air Force Sentinel, ICBM and related programs. You will become part of Parsons 79 year legacy team designing and supporting ICBM systems and ground infrastructure.

This role will be located onsite in Ogden, Utah.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Responsible for strategic communications development, communications coordination, public affairs support, congressional relations, stakeholder coordination, GAO and external oversight support, and strategic communications framework.

• Oversees planning, staffing, and budgetary matters to ensure timely delivery of contractual commitments to the government

• Manages all aspects of a major Air Force contracts to include leadership, technical performance, personnel and financial performance
• Directs and manages personnel issues to include interviewing, hiring, performance evaluation and determining proper compensation
• Organizes and oversees technical performance on the contract and ensure delivery of all required deliverables
• Communicates daily with peers within the business unit as well as customers, Site Leads and Senior Subject Matter Experts (SME’s) to identify and resolve problems and challenges to ensure sound execution of contracted effort to include successfully resolving issues requiring senior level (government and corporate) attention
• Travels (sometimes frequent) to various program sites as necessary to ensure sound program execution
• Identifies, develops, and implements efficiencies that enhance productivity and/or reduce overall contract costs to the government
• Leads, guides and mentors other team members

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• 15+ years of experience and a BA or BS degree in Management, Business, Engineering or related field or  MS degree + 12 years of experience

• PMP or PgMP certified or equivalent as appropriate for level of appointment/profession

• Active TS/SCI clearance

• Strong leadership skills and the ability to develop/lead a high performing team focused on the customer’s mission
• Outstanding analytic and problem solving skills
• Must have the ability to work in a dynamic environment and effectively interact with numerous DOD, military/civilian personnel and industry partners
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
• Possess a high degree of originality, creativity, initiative requiring minimal supervision

Security Clearance Requirement:

An active Top Secret SCI security clearance is required for this position.​

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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About this role

Summary

Lead communication and stakeholder programs for Air Force projects, managing teams and ensuring contract success.

Job title

Manager, Communications and Stakeholder Engagement

Experience level

15+ years or 12+ years with MS degree

Minimum experience

12+ years exp

Industry

defense

Location requirements

onsite in Ogden, Utah, no remote work allowed

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

project managementleadershipTS/SCI clearanceMicrosoft Officeproblem solving

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

communicationsstakeholder engagementpublic affairsprogram management
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Ogden, UT, USA

On-site City