Propulsion Systems Project Manager (Aerospace/Robotics)

CR Systems; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

CR Systems, based in the Greater Sacramento area, is seeking a Project Manager to lead end-to-end execution for electric propulsion and related systems. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage timelines and budgets, expediting materials when needed, and ensure customer requirements are met through clear communication and robust documentation.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in automotive or aerospace manufacturing with a track record of delivering projects on schedule and budget.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Project Management skills, including planning, scheduling, risk management, and stakeholder communication.
• Expeditor and Expediting skills to coordinate timely delivery of materials, components, and services.
• Candidates should possess Inspection skills to support quality assurance, verify compliance with specifications, and collaborate with QA teams.
• Candidates should possess Logistics Management skills to align production schedules, shipping, and global supply chain activities.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, operations, business, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• Experience managing technical or hardware-focused projects, preferably in aerospace, robotics, industrial systems, or related industries.
• Proficiency with project management tools and methodologies (e.g., Gantt charts, Agile or hybrid frameworks, project tracking software).
• Strong analytical, organizational, and documentation skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple concurrent projects.
• Clear, professional communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional and cross-cultural teams

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end project execution for electric propulsion and related systems.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and manage timelines and budgets.
• Track milestones and mitigate risks to keep projects on schedule and within scope.
• Prepare progress reports and maintain project documentation.
• Support continuous improvement of project delivery processes.

Skills

Project management

Expediting

Inspection

Logistics management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Gantt charts

Project tracking software

Job description

CR Systems, based in the Greater Sacramento area, is seeking a Project Manager to lead end-to-end execution for electric propulsion and related systems. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage timelines and budgets, expediting materials when needed, and ensure customer requirements are met through clear communication and robust documentation.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in automotive or aerospace manufacturing with a track record of delivering projects on schedule and budget.