ICON · 6 hours ago
Technical Program Manager I, Off-Planet Systems
Austin, Texas, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expICON is looking for a Technical Program Manager I to manage the cross functional development of their Off-Planet Robotic Systems. The role requires a solid foundation in project management tools and methodologies, and involves leading a technical development team while ensuring project objectives and deliverables are met.
3D PrintingAdvanced MaterialsConstructionMechanical DesignRoboticsSoftware
Responsibilities
Own the execution of multiple programs and their interrelated projects in an organized, detailed manner. Projects require cross-functional coordination, communication, influence, and negotiation, including direct customer interface
Build and write proposals with government agencies to help ICON win new work
Develop and maintain project related documentation such as schedules, action logs, and customer deliverable packages and related materials
Analyze stakeholder needs across all workstreams to identify gaps, identify risks, and define mitigation for an acceptable and timely solution
Efficiently communicate project status to stakeholders and leadership via presentations, dashboards, email, verbal, etc
Assume accountability for the entire program from start to finish while ensuring all project objectives and deliverables are met
Ability to lead a highly skilled multi-disciplinary team in the development of highly complex and sophisticated electro-mechanical robotic systems
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or STEM-related field
5+ years of experience in Technical Program Management in R&D environments with a proven track record of successfully managing hardware system development projects to completion
Innovative and creative problem solver with meticulous attention to detail and a stickler for time management
Strong business acumen with the ability to lead technical decision making that directly influences business outcomes in relation to cost, schedule, and customer management
Strong curiosity tendencies and a willingness to ask questions to the highest technical members on the team in regards to process, approach, technical strategy, and risk
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to filter and distill the relevant information to the right audience
Comfortable with change and ambiguity with the ability to quickly propose solutions given limited guidance
Strong understanding of System Engineering principles in regards to requirements capture, risk management, system block diagrams, and work breakdown structures
Can communicate with technical and non-technical team members effectively
Experience in R&D engineering, test/validation, and manufacturing
Adept at communicating in a collaborative team environment and seeking optimum solutions with other team members
Knowledge of the AGILE SCRUM methodology of project management
A service-oriented attitude when in a support role
Preferred
Previous start-up experience, and/or a resourceful innovative nature with an ability to streamline or develop efficient processes
Robotics product experience is a plus
M.S. in Systems Engineering or certificates of education in Systems Engineering practices
PMP certification is a plus but not required
Demonstrated ability to grasp new technical concepts quickly and to lead operations and technical teams
Ability to prioritize and stay cool in a dynamic start-up environment
A hunger for learning and personal growth
Company
ICON
ICON is a construction technology company that uses 3D robotics, software, and advanced materials.
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2023 (5)
2022 (11)
2021 (4)
2020 (5)
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$507.5MKey Investors
Tiger Global ManagementNorwestNASA
2025-02-14Series C· $56M
2022-02-18Series B· $185M
2021-08-24Series B· $207M
Leadership Team
Jason Ballard
CEO & Co-Founder
Alexander Le Roux
Co-Founder and CTO
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