Technical Project Manager

$125,000 - $190,000/Yr

Linquest Corporation - Lancaster, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Lancaster, CA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

As a Technical Project Manager at LinQuest Corporation, you will be instrumental in driving the strategic direction and tactical execution of projects focused on digital transformation within the Rocket Test Facility. This role requires a combination of technical expertise, leadership, and strategic insight to support various activities such as dashboard construction, data management, and model-based systems engineering. You will coordinate with leadership, develop implementation plans, and lead the team to achieve significant advancements in support of the client.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead the strategic planning and tactical execution across all project phases, ensuring seamless integration and delivery of solutions that align with overarching objectives.
• Define and manage project scope, including tools, data sources, tasks, and deliverables for each project phase.
• Liaise across various rocket engine test domains, consolidating requirements and fostering capabilities to bridge current technological gaps.
• Lead technical discussions, strategy sessions, and technical debates to clarify functional needs and recommend actionable solutions.
• Communicate technical complexities and project milestones to senior leadership effectively, ensuring transparency and alignment.
• Oversee risk management processes and devise comprehensive contingency plans.
• Cultivate an outreach strategy to promote strategic initiatives and articulate their value to the aerospace community and stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, MIS, Engineering, Operations Research or a related technical discipline.
• Advanced proficiency in data management practices, encompassing data collection, storage, processing, and governance to support informed decision-making.
• Familiarity with digital engineering tools and methodologies, including MBSE, CAD modeling, enterprise architecture, and digital twin technologies.
• Demonstrable success in managing complex technical projects, with a preference for experience in aerospace, defense, or related fields.
• Exceptional leadership skills with a track record of motivating high-performance teams and driving forward strategic initiatives.
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills, capable of engaging effectively and frequently with technical teams, stakeholders, and senior decision-makers.
• Must have an active Secret clearance with ability to obtain TS.

Nice-to-haves

• Familiarity or previous experience working with the Department of Defense.
• Experience leading teams ranging in size between 8 - 20 members.
• Military experience: operational experience or experience performing military utility analyses.
• Experience presenting recommendations to senior AF/DoD officials.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Company paid life insurance