This is an IMMEDIATELY AVAILABLE POSITION!
This is an early-stage, high-impact engineering environment. You will own real decisions, work across disciplines, and contribute directly to hardware that will fly.
If you're looking for a highly structured, process-heavy program environment, this will not be a fit. If you want to build something that has never been built before - keep reading.
THE ROLE
We are seeking a
Technical Project Manager to lead complex, cross-functional engineering programs at the intersection of
space systems, energy infrastructure, and advanced technology platforms.
This role requires someone who can operate at the
system level-not just managing schedules, but driving execution across engineering, product, and operations teams in high-stakes environments.
You will be responsible for ensuring delivery across programs involving
hardware, software, and integrated systems, while maintaining alignment with business objectives, technical constraints, and customer expectations.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Program Execution & Delivery- Own end-to-end delivery of complex technical programs (scope, schedule, risk, budget)
- Drive execution across multidisciplinary teams (systems, software, hardware, operations)
- Establish and enforce program governance, reporting, and delivery cadence
Technical Coordination- Translate between engineering teams and business stakeholders
- Ensure alignment across system architecture, requirements, and execution plans
- Identify integration risks across subsystems early and proactively mitigate
Stakeholder Management- Interface with senior leadership, customers, and external partners
- Drive decision-making with clear trade-offs, risks, and recommendations
- Maintain program transparency with structured reporting and metrics
Risk & Issue Management- Identify program risks (technical, schedule, resource)
- Implement mitigation strategies and escalation frameworks
- Prevent scope creep and uncontrolled changes
Operational Excellence- Build scalable PM processes, tools, and reporting structures
- Improve execution discipline across engineering and program teams
- Support long-term program planning and roadmap alignment
---------------------------------------------Required Qualifications
- 7-12+ years in technical program/project management
- Experience managing complex engineering programs (not just IT/software)
- Strong understanding of:
- Systems engineering environments
- Hardware + software integration
- Technical development lifecycles
- Proven ability to manage cross-functional engineering teams
- Experience with program tools (Jira, Smartsheet, MS Project, etc.)
- Strong executive communication and stakeholder management skills
---------------------------------------------Preferred Qualifications
- Background in:
- Aerospace / space systems
- Energy systems / infrastructure
- Defense or high-reliability engineering environments
- Familiarity with:
- Systems engineering frameworks (INCOSE-style thinking)
- Agile + waterfall hybrid environments
- CPM, CPSM, or equivalent
- PMP or equivalent certification (not required, but useful)
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
- Competitive Base Salary
- Relocation Assistance available
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Disability and life insurance
- Competitive paid time off
- 401(k) with employer matching
ITAR / EXPORT CONTROL REQUIREMENT
To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations (ITAR), applicants must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
HOW TO APPLY
Apply directly through this posting or reach out to SET Development for a confidential conversation about the role and client organization.
