Technical Project Manager

AST SpaceMobile; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

AST SpaceMobile seeks a seasoned Technical Project Manager to drive complex aerospace programs. You will coordinate with leadership and suppliers, maintain integrated plans and ensure on-time delivery across multi-discipline teams.

The role requires 3+ years in project management, a bachelor’s in mechanical or aerospace engineering, and familiarity with data analytics tools. PMP certification and knowledge of AS9100 are preferred; willingness to travel is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering.
• 3+ years in project management.
• PMP or similar certification preferred.
• Experience with data analytics tools (Tableau, PowerBI).
• Knowledge of AS9100 and aerospace quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Leads and coordinates project execution across multiple initiatives.
• Maintains integrated project plans and schedules.
• Performs risk assessments and documents risk handling plans.
• Collects and reports data; provides status and variances to leadership.
• Communicates changes and recovery plans to stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Risk management

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Project

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

AST SpaceMobile is building the first and only global cellular broadband network in space to operate directly with standard, unmodified mobile devices based on our extensive IP and patent portfolio and designed for both commercial and government applications. Our engineers and space scientists are on a mission to eliminate the connectivity gaps faced by today’s five billion mobile subscribers and finally bring broadband to the billions who remain unconnected.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Technical Project Manager. Technical Project Manager will oversee project execution, coordinate with leadership and suppliers, and maintain integrated project plans for multiple initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Leads preparation, development, coordination, scheduling, and change management activities of maintaining an integrated plan to meet program and/or project requirements in accordance with project management industry standards.
• Maintains, analyzes and produces metrics related to project plans.
• Conducts risk assessments, developing and documenting risk handling plans.
• Develops, collects, coordinates and provides data and updates tasks to maintain status of programs, schedule and supplier commitments and compliance.
• Creates and provides reports on performance variances, project status, and change information to project team and leadership.
• Communicates plan changes and recovery plans to ensure commitment to stakeholders.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or aerospace engineering

Experience

• A minimum of 3+ years in Project Management

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP or similar project management certifications
• Experience with Data Analytic tools (Tableau, PowerBI)
• Knowledge of AS9100 and other aerospace-specific quality standards

Soft Skills

• Strong presentation and communication skills
• Ability to manage complex, cross-functional environments
• Ability to work across multiple time zones with schedule flexibility
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Risk Management
• Continuous Improvement Mindset
• Technical Communication

Technology Stack

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft project or any other project management tools.

Physical Requirements

• Availability to travel domestically and internationally

Soft Skills

• Strong presentation and communication skills
• Ability to manage complex, cross-functional environments
• Ability to work across multiple time zones with schedule flexibility
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Risk Management
• Continuous Improvement Mindset
• Technical Communication

Technology Stack

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft project or any other project management tools.

Physical Requirements

• Availability to travel domestically and internationally

This job description may not be inclusive to the duties and responsibilities listed. Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time or the scope of the job may change as needed by business demands

AST SpaceMobile is an Equal Opportunity, at will Employer; employment is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.