Technical Program Manager - DoD Secret Clearance, Aerospace

Amro Fabricating Corporation; Mukilteo (WA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Health Savings Account (HSA) with 公司贡献

Job summary

Karman Space & Defense seeks a Technical Program Manager in Mukilteo, WA to lead aerospace and defense programs by integrating engineering, manufacturing, quality, cybersecurity, and customer requirements into cohesive plans.

You will guide cross‑functional teams, drive technical and program execution, and ensure milestones are met on time and within budget. DoD Secret clearance preferred or ability to obtain.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years engineering experience, including 2+ years in aerospace or systems engineering.
• Experience leading cross-functional engineering teams.
• Experience managing cost, schedule, scope, and technical risks.
• DoD Secret clearance or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Leads cross-functional engineering teams in design, development, analysis, and testing of mechanical and pyrotechnic components and systems.
• Interfaces with customers and internal leadership to communicate program status and technical direction.
• Supports business development activities, including proposal development and customer meetings.
• Ensures engineering documentation is clear, accurate, and complete (drawings, reports, presentations).
• Tracks program performance using key metrics and identifies risks, issues, and mitigation actions.
• Supports technical reviews and milestone reviews to ensure alignment with requirements and objectives.
• Facilitates program planning, decision-making, and change management across engineering teams.
• Manages scope, cost, schedule, and technical performance while balancing priorities.
• Coordinates proposal efforts, capture activities, and transitions from BD to execution.
• Partners with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Contracts, and Finance.

Skills

Engineering Experience

Aerospace Engineering

Project Management

Cross-functional Leadership

DoD Clearance

Education

B.S. in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering

Job description

Karman Space & Defense seeks a Technical Program Manager in Mukilteo, WA to lead aerospace and defense programs by integrating engineering, manufacturing, quality, cybersecurity, and customer requirements into cohesive plans.

You will guide cross‑functional teams, drive technical and program execution, and ensure milestones are met on time and within budget. DoD Secret clearance preferred or ability to obtain.