Technical Program Manager (Aerospace & Defense) at Divergent

Torrance, California, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Aerospace, DefenseIndustries

Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls
Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
Minimum of 3 years of experience within the A&D industry
Project management experience, including requirements decomposition and validation, cost estimating and reporting, and risk identification mitigation execution
Technical background in A&D programs, including familiarity with basic structural analysis tools, aircraft systems architectures, and knowledge of applicable government standards
Knowledgeable in aircraft structures, including design, analysis, manufacturing and qualification of airframe components and systems
Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify issues and develop effective solutions
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence both internal and external stakeholders
Experience with fast-iteration hardware-prototyping programs
Experience working in cross-functional engineering teams on A&D programs
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance

Assist in planning, coordinating, and tracking aerospace and defense programs from initiation through delivery
Track and flow down customer and program requirements to engineering and manufacturing teams while ensuring compliance throughout the design/build process
Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, production, quality, and business operations to align cost, schedule, and technical performance
Support customer meetings, prepare status reports, and ensure timely delivery of contractual deliverables (SOW, CDRLs, SDRLs)
Help monitor program schedules, track progress against milestones, and support cost reporting
Identify risks and issues, and assist in developing mitigation plans to maintain program performance
Maintain accurate records, action item trackers, and program documentation; ensure compliance with ITAR, DFARS, and aerospace quality standards
Prepare dashboards, KPIs, and performance metrics for internal leadership and customer review to project programs health and status
Support proposal and business capture
Participate in process improvement efforts to streamline program execution and enhance efficiency

Program Management

Requirements Management

Cross-Functional Coordination

Engineering

Manufacturing

Project Coordination

Compliance

Customer Interface

Aerospace Programs

Defense Programs

Divergent

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Consulting, Consumer Software, AI & Machine Learning, DesignIndustries