Technical Program Manager

Spectrum Control, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid time off (PTO)

Benefits starting on day 1

Job summary

Spectrum Control, Inc. is looking for an experienced Technical Program Manager based in Philadelphia to lead complex programs supporting Prime defense contracts. The role involves managing cross-functional teams and requires a strong engineering foundation, preferably in RF technologies.

The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience in program management, excellent communication skills, and the ability to develop project plans and budgets. This position follows a 4‑day workweek in a collaborative environment with benefits starting from day one.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in technical or engineering program management.
• RF design and test experience preferred.
• Active or eligible for U.S. security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage programs from initiation through delivery.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including engineering and manufacturing.
• Develop project plans, schedules, and budgets.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

Advanced degree

Job description

At Spectrum Control, most departments operate on a 4‑day, 10‑hour work schedule in exchange for a 3‑day weekend. We offer competitive wages, PTO, and benefits that begin on day 1 of employment. This role is seeking an experienced Technical Program Manager to lead and coordinate complex programs supporting Prime defense contracts in the Philadelphia area. The ideal candidate brings a strong engineering foundation—preferably in RF technologies—and proven success managing cross‑functional teams through the full program lifecycle. This role requires a balance of technical insight, leadership, and disciplined program execution to meet customer, schedule, and profitability objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage programs from initiation through delivery, ensuring alignment with contract and company goals.
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams including engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and operations.
• Develop and maintain integrated project plans, schedules, and budgets, tracking performance against key milestones.
• Communicate program status, risks, and mitigation strategies to stakeholders and leadership.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget while meeting all customer and quality requirements.
• Drive process improvements and promote best practices in program execution and communication.
• Review and evaluate technical and business aspects of RFPs and change requests, including feasibility, requirements flow‑down, and impact analysis.
• Lead preparation of customer proposals and internal authorization packages, coordinating statements of work, cost estimates, and schedules.
• Coordinate design and manufacturing reviews to ensure design‑to‑cost, manufacturability, and profitability objectives are met.
• Provide periodic Program Status Reports (Green/Yellow/Red) highlighting milestones, risks, and corrective actions to business unit and divisional leadership.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering (required); advanced degree preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in a technical or engineering program management role.
• RF design and test experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated success managing complex technical programs within aerospace or defense environments.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Active or eligible for U.S. security clearance (required).

Work Environment

This role follows a 4‑day, 10‑hour workweek in our Philadelphia manufacturing facility.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, providing protection to Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities, and all other qualified applicants. We do not discriminate against employees or applicants in any aspect of employment, including pay inquiries, unless required by law or a formal investigation.