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Technical Program Manager
AI Summary
Leads large-scale technical projects from planning through implementation, supervising experienced professionals and coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery for defense clients.
About this role
The combined organization operates as a multi-entity aerospace and defense technology and tech-enabled services and manufacturing enterprise positioned for scalable growth, operational excellence, and long-term value creation
RESPONSIBILTIES
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Manage the execution of large or complex technical projects and ensure alignment with scope, schedule, and budget
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Define project objectives and develop detailed work plans, timelines, estimates, and resource allocations
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Supervise and provide guidance to experienced professionals across technical disciplines and departments
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Direct the technical design, development, implementation, and testing activities of assigned projects
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Lead project meetings, monitor progress, and resolve risks or roadblocks to ensure successful delivery
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Oversee the integration and tracking of vendor tasks, ensuring high-quality, on-time deliverables
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Provide technical and analytical leadership to project teams, fostering collaboration and innovation
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Conduct performance evaluations, recommend personnel actions, and enforce adherence to company policies
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Interface with stakeholders, end users, and internal departments to ensure alignment and customer satisfaction
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Lead or contribute to new business proposals and identify follow-on opportunities for growth
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Evaluate and recommend changes to project management methods, tools, or procedures to improve outcomes
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Provide technical support to operational strategies aligned within your program and initiatives that optimize processes, enhance productivity, and ensure quality across all program functions
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Ensure 100% of planned hours are worked and recorded
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Identify and forward to your leadership any opportunities that could lead to growth within your work area
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Participate in growth efforts as requested
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Ensure all contractual deliverables are met/exceeded to the customer's satisfaction
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Complete personal PDP and attend Company Meeting (with camera on)
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Within your program, build productive and positive professional relationships with clients
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Execute all contract requirements as assigned in accordance with the contract-specific LCAT and requirements
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Perform other related duties as assigned
KEY QUALIFICATIONS
Clearance: Active TS/SCI
Education and Years of Experience: Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) with 10+ years of experience, or a Master’s degree with 8+ years of experience, including at least 4 years in a supervisory capacity
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Proven experience managing large-scale technical projects and leading cross-functional teams
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Strong understanding of project lifecycle management, from planning through implementation and evaluation
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Demonstrated ability to supervise experienced professionals and oversee multiple technical workstreams
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Skilled in resource management, risk mitigation, and vendor coordination
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Strong communication and leadership abilities for client interfacing and internal collaboration
PREFERRED ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
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Proficiency with project management tools such as MS Project, Jira, or similar platforms
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Experience with Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid project methodologies
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Background in systems engineering, software development, or infrastructure project management
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Experience in proposal writing, business capture, and client relationship development
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Technical writing skills and familiarity with contract management and compliance processes
Skills
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