Technical Project Manager

Sunvair Aerospace Group; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace maintenance provider located in Oklahoma is seeking a Technical Project Manager to assist in the planning and execution of technical projects. This early-career role will involve coordinating across various teams and maintaining schedules to ensure projects stay on track. Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree and organized multitasking skills. The position provides a strong growth path towards Technical Program Manager roles and offers a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• 0–3 years of experience in project coordination or related fields.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support planning, tracking, and execution of multiple technical projects.
• Coordinate activities across engineering, quality, manufacturing, and supply chain.
• Prepare clear project status updates and maintain documentation.

Skills

Organizational skills

Clear communication

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations, or Project Management

Tools

MS Project

Jira

Smartsheet

Job description

Sunvair Aerospace Group is a leading provider of global maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services through its divisions: Sunvair, AAIC, Mingo Aerospace, Cross-Check Aviation, Med-Craft, and Med-Air. Renowned for its commitment to delivering exceptional quality and customer service, the company specializes in a broad range of capabilities including flight-critical avionics repair, landing gear overhauls, and precision surface plating. Clients value Sunvair's innovative, problem-solving approach to maintenance and repair challenges. Guided by its mission to "Repair to the highest standards, not Replace," Sunvair Aerospace Group is trusted by customers worldwide.

Technical Project Manager

Location: Owasso, Oklahoma

Reports To: Director of Engineering / PMO Lead

Position Overview

We are seeking a Technical Project Manager to support the planning and execution of technical and product development projects in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment. This role is ideal for early‑career professionals or individuals transitioning from engineering, manufacturing, quality, operations, or supply chain roles into project management.

The Junior Technical Project Manager will work closely with senior Technical Program Managers, engineers, and cross‑functional teams to track schedules, coordinate activities, manage action items, and help ensure projects stay on course. This role offers a strong growth path toward Technical Program Manager responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Execution Support

• Support planning, tracking, and execution of multiple technical projects
• Maintain project schedules, task lists, milestones, and action items
• Track progress and follow up with team members to ensure commitments are met
• Help identify risks, issues, and dependencies and elevate them appropriately

Cross‑Functional Coordination

• Coordinate activities across engineering, quality, manufacturing, supply chain, and operations
• Facilitate project meetings, take clear notes, document decisions, and track outcomes
• Ensure stakeholders are aligned on scope, priorities, and upcoming milestones

Communication & Reporting

• Prepare clear project status updates for program leads and management
• Maintain project documentation, dashboards, and shared workspaces
• Communicate changes, blockers, and risks in a clear and timely manner

Process & Learning

• Learn and apply project management best practices, tools, and processes
• Support continuous improvement of project tracking, reporting, and execution methods
• Gain exposure to product development lifecycles, technical decision‑making, and regulated environments

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations, Project Management, or a related field
• 0–3 years of experience in:
• Project coordination
• Engineering, manufacturing, quality, operations, or supply chain roles
• Internship or co‑op experience in a technical or operational environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast‑moving environment
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Willingness to learn technical concepts and work across disciplines

Preferred / Nice‑to‑Have Experience (Not Required)

• Exposure to technical or product development projects
• Familiarity with regulated or compliance‑driven industries (aerospace, manufacturing, medical, automotive, etc.)
• Basic understanding of engineering drawings, test plans, or production processes
• Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Jira, Monday.com, or similar)

What Success Looks Like in This Role

• Projects are organized, visible, and progressing according to plan
• Action items are tracked and closed efficiently
• Risks and issues are identified early and communicated clearly
• Project teams feel supported and aligned
• The individual steadily grows in ownership, confidence, and technical understanding