Staff Technical Program Manager, Propulsion (R4727)

7+ years of experience in technical program management or engineering leadership in aerospace or complex hardware development environments.

Experience coordinating cross-functional engineering teams to deliver complex technical systems.

Strong understanding of engineering development cycles, hardware testing, and system integration.

Experience working with suppliers and managing external development partners.

Prior experience working directly with propulsion systems, fluid systems, or aerospace hardware development programs.

Background supporting test-driven development programs, including hardware build, integration, and flight testing.

Partner with propulsion engineers and Responsible Engineers (REs) to plan and execute propulsion development activities across engine hardware, subsystems, and testing.

Drive propulsion program schedules and ensure alignment with vehicle-level milestones and flight readiness objectives.

Coordinate work across propulsion, design, fluids, controls, airframe, manufacturing, supply chain, and flight test teams.

Manage propulsion-related suppliers and external partners, including schedule tracking, technical coordination, and delivery performance.

Facilitate technical reviews, program checkpoints, and cross-team integration discussions.

Support propulsion test campaigns and development programs by coordinating resources, schedules, and deliverables.

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