Technical Program Manager – DoD Secret Clearance

Karman Space and Defense; Mukilteo (WA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Health Savings Account (HSA) with公司匹配

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Company‑paid life and AD&D insurance

Disability coverage

Job summary

Karman Space & Defense in Mukilteo, WA, seeks a Technical Program Manager to lead aerospace programs, coordinating engineering, manufacturing, quality, cybersecurity, and customer requirements into cohesive plans. You will guide cross-functional teams, drive program execution, and ensure on-time delivery within budget and spec, while supporting proposals and customer interactions.

The role requires a BS in mechanical or aerospace engineering, 5+ years in engineering with 2+ years in aerospace or

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical or Aerospace engineering or related technical field.
• Minimum 5 years of engineering experience, including at least 2 years in aerospace or systems engineering.
• Experience leading cross-functional engineering teams.
• Secret DoD clearance or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional engineering teams in design, development, analysis, and testing of mechanical and pyrotechnic components and systems.
• Interface with customers and internal leadership to communicate program status and technical direction.
• Support business development, proposal development, and customer meetings.
• Ensure engineering documentation is clear, accurate, and complete (drawings, reports, presentations).
• Track program performance with metrics and identify risks, issues, and mitigations.
• Support technical reviews and milestone reviews to align with requirements and objectives.
• Coordinate proposal efforts, capture activities, and transitions from BD to execution.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Contracts, and Finance to ensure delivery.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Program management

Aerospace engineering

Communications with customers

Risk tracking

Documentation

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering

Job description

Karman Space & Defense in Mukilteo, WA, seeks a Technical Program Manager to lead aerospace programs, coordinating engineering, manufacturing, quality, cybersecurity, and customer requirements into cohesive plans. You will guide cross-functional teams, drive program execution, and ensure on-time delivery within budget and spec, while supporting proposals and customer interactions.

The role requires a BS in mechanical or aerospace engineering, 5+ years in engineering with 2+ years in aerospace or