E01-C07 Project Manager

Talentwerx.Io; Hollywood (MD); On-site; USD 160,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Aether Aerospace is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead advanced aircraft capabilities development. This full-time role requires coordination of engineering and manufacturing for next-generation aircraft systems. The ideal candidate will navigate complex projects, ensuring goals are met while managing risks and expectations. A Bachelor’s degree and over 10 years of experience are essential, along with an Active Secret Clearance.

The successful candidate will enjoy a salary range of $160,000-$180,000, with additional factors influencing final compensation.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in project or program management.
• Active Secret Clearance required.
• Experience in a Department of Defense environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead advanced aircraft system development projects.
• Develop and maintain integrated master schedules and budgets.
• Monitor project progress and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional teamwork

Risk management

Technical communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, technical, or business discipline

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Start Date: Immediate

Aether Aerospace is a Defense Technology platform delivering high-impact technologies, technology-enabled services, and advanced manufacturing solutions to the U.S. Department of Defense and related national security customers. Backed by Falfurrias Management Partners, the platform brings together deep domain expertise across Army, Navy, Air Force, and Space Force programs, digital engineering, systems integration, and specialized manufacturing capabilities.

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.

OVERVIEW

Full‑time / Permanent Employee

Location: Hollywood, MD

Aether Aerospace is looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead advanced aircraft capabilities and systems development. The successful candidate will serve as the primary interface between engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, customers, and executive leadership while driving the development of next‑generation aircraft systems, subsystems, and technologies. This role is responsible for coordinating cross‑functional engineering teams, managing technical schedules, controlling budgets, mitigating risks, and ensuring successful achievement of program objectives throughout the product lifecycle. The Project Manager will be responsible and be the single point of contact for all aspects of assigned projects. The role requires the development of detailed work plans, schedules, project estimates, resource plans, and status reports. Will conduct project meetings and is responsible for project tracking and analysis. Ensure adherence to quality standards, reviews, and project deliverables. Provide technical and analytical guidance to the project team. Recommends and drives action to direct the analysis, solutions, and plans to solve any emerging challenges.

The proposed salary range for this position is $160,000‑$180,000. There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead advanced aircraft system development projects from concept through certification, production transition, and deployment
• Develop and maintain integrated master schedules, project plans, budgets, and resource forecasts
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams including systems engineering, software, hardware, manufacturing, test, and certification
• Establish project milestones, technical performance measures, and program success criteria
• Monitor project progress and implement corrective actions to address schedule, cost, or technical performance issues
• Manage program risks, opportunities, assumptions, and dependencies
• Facilitate technical reviews including SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, and program status reviews
• Coordinate customer requirements, stakeholder expectations, and contractual deliverables
• Ensure compliance with applicable aerospace standards, regulatory requirements, and company processes
• Manage supplier performance and support subcontractor integration activities
• Prepare executive‑level briefings and communicate project status to leadership and customers
• Identify opportunities for growth and develop and execute capture strategies
• Support proposal development, project estimating, and strategic planning activities

Qualifications

Clearance: Active Secret Clearance

Education and Years of Experience: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, technical, or business discipline and 10+ years of experience leading cross‑functional teams or project or program management experience leading technical development or execution efforts.

• Military aviation experience as a Pilot, Weapons System Officer/Navigator/Electronic Warfare Officer
• Experience working in a Department of Defense environment
• Demonstrated experience managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders
• Demonstrated experience in developing and maintaining schedules and commitment to meeting delivery schedules
• Strong knowledge of development lifecycles, systems engineering processes, and product development methodologies
• Experience developing and maintaining project schedules using tools such as Microsoft Project
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced development environment
• Experience with customer interfacing and developing customer relationships

Aether Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.