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The Aerospace Corporation · 3 weeks ago

Computer/Human Interface Project Manager

Houston, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

6+ years exp

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. The Computer/Human Interface Project Manager will be responsible for the planning and execution of hardware build projects, leading multi-functional teams to design, build, test, and operate complex human/machine interfaces for crewed spacecraft.

AerospaceGovernmentInnovation ManagementMilitary

Work & Life Balance

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Manage multiple projects through all phases of development: Proposal, Concept, Requirements, Design, Build, Assembly, Integration and Test (AI&T), Delivery, Launch, Post Launch, etc

Work with project teams to ensure work is performed in accordance with mission/project requirements, planned budgets, schedules, and program risk posture

Manage roadblocks, workarounds and unexpected events on projects to maintain optimal technical, cost and schedule performance

Create and maintain strong working relationships and lines of communication with both internal/external customers and other team member organizations

Work with assigned teams to develop project cost and schedule plans for new business proposals; work with Aerospace estimating and contracts teams to ensure compliant submission of new business proposals

Qualification

Hardware EngineeringProject ManagementTeam LeadershipElectrical EngineeringAerospace EngineeringInnovationCommunication SkillsProblem-SolvingAdaptability

Required

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, or related technical discipline

6+ years of increasingly responsible, related professional experience

Experience working in a hardware engineering role

Experience in team leadership, project management, project planning and/or project execution

Willingness to occasionally travel and to work off-business hours to support customer needs, approximately 10% (as required)

This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance

Preferred

Advanced degree (Master's or Ph.D.) in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or closely related field

Knowledge and understanding of procurement, property and business practices desirable

Experience with Microsoft Project or other project management tools

Benefits

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans

Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation

Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options

401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire

Flexible spending accounts

Variable pay program for exceptional contributions

Relocation assistance

Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career

Education assistance programs

A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect