Lead New Product Development: Technical Project Manager

Daniel-Defense-1; Georgia; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Daniel Defense is seeking a skilled Project Manager specializing in New Product Development to oversee product development from concept to commercialization. This role leads cross-functional teams, adheres to stage-gate processes, and ensures on-time, on-spec, and on-cost project delivery.

The candidate will manage budgets, risks, and stakeholder communications, collaborating with engineering, manufacturing, sales, and marketing to identify and capitalize on new opportunities in the firearms

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Systems/Aerospace/Manufacturing Engineering, Statistics or related field; advanced degree or experience can substitute.
• Experience in technical, manufacturing and/or design project management, especially in new product development.
• Understanding of stage-gate processes and methodologies.
• Strong PM skills to manage multiple projects; ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency with PM tools (MS Project, Trello, SolidWorks Manage).
• PM certification (PMP) preferred; firearms industry interest a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams to ensure projects meet stage-gate milestones and deliverables.
• Manage resources, scope, schedule, and budget to achieve on-time, on-spec, on-cost goals.
• Maintain stakeholder alignment and communicate status to all levels of the organization.
• Develop risk management plans and track performance indicators.
• Interface with external vendors and manage timelines and costs.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Negotiation

Conflict resolution

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field

PMP certification preferred

Tools

MS Project

Trello

SolidWorks Manage

Job description

Daniel Defense is seeking a skilled Project Manager specializing in New Product Development to oversee product development from concept to commercialization. This role leads cross-functional teams, adheres to stage-gate processes, and ensures on-time, on-spec, and on-cost project delivery.

The candidate will manage budgets, risks, and stakeholder communications, collaborating with engineering, manufacturing, sales, and marketing to identify and capitalize on new opportunities in the firearms