Staff TPM - Thermoplastic Aerospace Joining Programs

Front Door Defense; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 156,000 - 214,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Healthcare benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)

Disability coverage

Life insurance

Job summary

Front Door Defense is seeking a Staff Technical Program Manager for advanced manufacturing in Santa Cruz, California. This role focuses on the development and industrialization of thermoplastic composite joining technologies for aerospace structures. The ideal candidate should have over 10 years of experience in aerospace and composite manufacturing processes, including expertise in welding technologies.

This position demands strong multidisciplinary leadership and a passion for hands-on technology development. Compensation ranges from $156,000 to $214,500 plus a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in aerospace structures or advanced composite technologies.
• Demonstrated experience leading technology development programs from concept to qualification.
• Deep knowledge of thermoplastic composites and joining technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical strategy and execution for aerospace joining technologies.
• Develop manufacturing processes for thermoplastic welding and consolidation.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams to achieve program objectives.

Skills

Technical communication skills

Multidisciplinary aerospace program leadership

Understanding of thermoplastic composites

Experience with welding technologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering field

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Front Door Defense is seeking a Staff Technical Program Manager for advanced manufacturing in Santa Cruz, California. This role focuses on the development and industrialization of thermoplastic composite joining technologies for aerospace structures. The ideal candidate should have over 10 years of experience in aerospace and composite manufacturing processes, including expertise in welding technologies.

This position demands strong multidisciplinary leadership and a passion for hands-on technology development. Compensation ranges from $156,000 to $214,500 plus a comprehensive benefits package.