Senior Software Technical Project Manager

RAVE Aerospace LLC; Brea (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home allowance

Discretionary bonus program

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

RAVE Aerospace LLC in Brea, California is looking for a skilled Technical Project Manager to lead avionics projects. This role involves planning, executing projects, managing risks, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and 6-10 years of experience in project management. Benefits include a competitive salary range of $110,000 - $120,000, flexible work schedules, and comprehensive health benefits.

Qualifications

• 6-10 years experience in technical project management or related field.
• Ability to manage critical supplier/vendor relationships.
• Advanced experience with project management methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead project planning for mid-sized projects.
• Own risk assessments and deliverable tracking for assigned projects.
• Facilitate design reviews and resolve technical challenges.

Skills

Project management methodologies

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Office

Project management tools

Job description

Plans and executes avionics projects developed internally or with suppliers. Collaborates with cross-functional teams from engineering, operations, and quality to define project plans, track milestones, and manage risks.

Responsibilities

• Lead project planning for mid-sized projects; oversee execution and resolve moderate issues
• Own risk assessments and deliverable tracking for assigned projects; resolve complex issues independently
• Facilitate design reviews and resolve technical challenges collaboratively
• Develop comprehensive project documentation; proactively adjust schedules as needed
• Lead risk identification efforts; execute complex mitigation plans
• Optimize project management tool usage for team efficiency; train others on advanced features
• Lead resource planning for medium projects; resolve allocation conflicts

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
• Knowledge of electronic systems: boards, mechanical parts, cables, software
• Proficiency in MS Office and project management tools
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Detail-oriented with good organizational skills
• Team-oriented work style
• 6-10 years experience in technical project management or related field
• Leads complex, multi-team projects independently
• Develops and executes strategic project initiatives
• Manages critical supplier/vendor relationships
• Drives cross-functional process improvements
• Leads risk management and mitigation strategies
• Influences department-level decisions and strategies
• Advanced experience with project management methodologies
• Proven track record of delivering complex technical projects
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities
• Experience with budget management and resource allocation

Benefits

The starting pay range for this position is $110,000 - $120,000 per year however, the base pay offered may vary depending on the level of the position, skills, experience, job-related knowledge, and location.

In addition to a comprehensive package of health benefits that include company contributions, RAVE Aerospace offers a variety of additional benefits and perks to enhance your work-life balance experience including but not limited to:

• A home allowance to elevate your home workspace
• Discretionary bonus program
• Future financial security with a 401(k) program with a company match
• Paid time off covering vacations, personal time off, and sick days, capped off by an exciting year-end holiday shutdown
• Embraced flexibility with our alternative work schedule (9/80) to navigate your workweeks with every other Friday off