Senior Software Technical Project Manager, Connectivity

Safran; Brea (CA); On-site; USD 112,000 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home allowance

Discretionary bonus

401(k) with company match

PTO and year-end shutdown

9/80 alternate work schedule

Job summary

RAVE Aerospace is seeking a senior technical project manager to plan and oversee connectivity projects across internal teams and suppliers. You will define annual System SW Release plans, track milestones, and manage risks.

You will lead multi-team planning, drive risk mitigation, maintain documentation, and optimize tools. A Bachelor's in Engineering and 6–10 years of PM experience are required; strong negotiation and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 6-10 years experience in technical project management or related field.
• Knowledge of electronic systems: boards, mechanical parts, cables, software.
• Knowledge of complex software systems.
• Proficiency in MS Office and project management tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with good organizational skills.
• Team-oriented work style.
• 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 strategiesAdvanced 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.

Responsibilities

• Develop System SW Release planning for the overall product on an annual basis.
• Lead project planning for connectivity projects; oversee execution and resolve 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.

Skills

Technical PM

Cross-functional collaboration

Risk management

Budget management

Negotiation

Conflict resolution

Prioritization

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Advanced PM methodologies

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Office

Project management tools

Job description

Plans and executes connectivity 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

• Develop System SW Release planning for the overall product on an annual basis
• Lead project planning for connectivity projects; oversee execution and resolve 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
• 6-10 years experience in technical project management or related field
• Knowledge of electronic systems: boards, mechanical parts, cables, software
• Knowledge of complex software systems
• Proficiency in MS Office and project management tools
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Detail-oriented with good organizational skills
• Team-oriented work style
• 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 strategiesAdvanced 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 base salary range for this position is $112,000 - 169,000 per year and reflects multiple levels within the role. Final level and compensation will be determined based on the candidate's skills, experience, qualifications, and internal equity.

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 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