SR Technical Project Manager

OVERVIEW

This organization designs and delivers high-performance RF and microwave solutions that power some of the worlds most advanced aerospace defense and satellite communication systems. As a Technical Project Manager you will play a critical role in driving complex hardware programs from concept through productionensuring technical rigor schedule discipline and cross-functional alignment every step of the way.

If you enjoy owning complex hardware programs and working shoulder-to-shoulder with engineers this Technical Project Manager role delivers real impact. Youll lead advanced RF and microwave programs from concept to production for mission-critical aerospace and defense systemshigh ownership real technical depth and products that matter.

A DAY IN THE LIFE

• Own the full lifecycle of engineering and manufacturing programs from initial concept through qualification and production release
• Define and manage program scope schedules milestones and resource plans for new product introductions and major engineering changes
• Translate customer and contractual requirements into clear actionable engineering deliverables
• Lead cross-functional teams across RF/microwave mechanical manufacturing test quality and supply chain to align design intent with manufacturability
• Build and maintain integrated master schedules actively managing critical paths and dependencies
• Identify technical and execution risks early driving collaborative problem-solving and mitigation plans
• Coordinate prototype builds qualification efforts and smooth transitions to production
• Serve as the central point of communication for program status with leadership customers and suppliers
• Prepare executive-level reports and present technical schedule and risk updates
• Champion AS9100 space-grade and defense-grade quality and documentation standards
• Capture lessons learned and contribute to continuous improvement across programs and processes

WHAT YOU BRING

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering Systems Engineering or a related technical discipline
• 5 years of project or program management experience supporting hardware-based engineering programs
  (RF microwave aerospace defense or SATCOM experience strongly preferred)
• Strong understanding of the full hardware product development lifecycle
• Proven ability to lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary engineering and operations teams
• Experience managing customer-facing technical programs including requirements traceability and acceptance testing
• Proficiency with project scheduling tools risk management methodologies and technical documentation systems
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical detail for both technical and non-technical audiences
• Demonstrated success delivering complex engineering programs on time and within budget
• Experience with WBS work packages or earned value management (SPI/CPI) is a plus
• Self-driven highly organized and comfortable operating in a fast-paced high-accountability environment

WHAT WE OFER

• Salary Range: 165k-175k DOE
• Annual Bonus
• 401(k) matching
• Medical Dental Disability Vision and Life Insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Holiday Pay
• Vacation
• Paid Time Off
• Continued Education Assistance