Technical Program Manager, Defense Hardware & Production

Aeon Industries; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

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Job summary

Aeon is seeking a highly technical Technical Program Manager to partner with the CTO in driving development, production, and delivery of next‑generation defense systems. The TPM will lead engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and operations programs, ensuring alignment, accountability, and successful execution of critical initiatives.

The role is full-time and in-person in Austin, TX, with planned move to Cedar Park, TX, early 2027.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline (Aerospace/Mechanical/Electrical/Systems).
• 7+ years in technical program management, systems engineering, product development, manufacturing, or engineering leadership.
• Experience with complex hardware development in aerospace/defense/robotics/advanced manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of engineering development processes, product lifecycle, and manufacturing operations.
• Ability to participate in technical reviews and communicate with engineers across disciplines.
• Proven track record leading cross-functional programs from concept through production.
• Strong organizational, project management, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including executive-level reporting.
• Ability to manage multiple high-priority initiatives in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Drive execution of technology, product development, and manufacturing initiatives with the CTO.
• Lead cross-functional planning across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and operations.
• Develop and maintain integrated program schedules, milestones, risks, dependencies, and actions.
• Participate in design reviews, technical assessments, and production readiness reviews.
• Monitor program performance and deliverables to ensure timely execution.
• Coordinate issue resolution and remove barriers affecting schedule, cost, or quality.
• Represent the CTO in technical and executive meetings as needed.
• Develop executive dashboards, status reports, and performance metrics.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) and transition of products from development to production.
• Lead strategic projects to improve operational performance and program execution.

Skills

Technical program management

Cross-functional leadership

Engineering leadership

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace/Mechanical/Electrical/Systems Engineering or related

Tools

PLM

ERP

Scheduling tools

Job description

Aeon is seeking a highly technical Technical Program Manager to partner with the CTO in driving development, production, and delivery of next‑generation defense systems. The TPM will lead engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and operations programs, ensuring alignment, accountability, and successful execution of critical initiatives.

The role is full-time and in-person in Austin, TX, with planned move to Cedar Park, TX, early 2027.