Technical Project Manager, Aerospace - 080QE

About the role

Quartus Engineering Incorporated is a leading provider of engineering services and integrated hardware solutions for various clients and industries. They utilize advanced computer-aided engineering tools in areas like optics, structural, thermal, and coupled analyses. Quartus combines these capabilities with design, prototype, integration, and testing to deliver high-value solutions to their diverse clientele, ranging from established government entities like NASA to innovative "new space" startups.

Responsibilities

• Lead small to mid-sized engineering projects and support larger programs as a deputy to a Program Manager.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between Quartus and clients, managing expectations and overseeing project execution from conception to completion.
• Oversee project performance to meet quality, business, and financial objectives.
• Manage project staffing, track labor, material, and expense costs, and coordinate with suppliers and subcontractors to mitigate cost and schedule constraints.
• Handle issues and nonconformances, communicate with clients, and organize internal and external status meetings.
• Deliver project performance feedback to engineers and their managers, fostering a collaborative and transparent work environment.
• Perform engineering tasks such as design, analysis, hardware build, and test as needed.
• Champion process improvement by evaluating and enhancing program management methodologies, tools, and processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering fields such as Aerospace, Mechanical, Optical, Electrical, or related disciplines.
• At least 6 years of experience in one or more of the following areas: Aerospace Optical Systems (preferred), Opto-Mechanical, Aerospace, Mechanical, Optical, Electrical, or related fields.
• Experience managing interdisciplinary engineering teams on technical development programs, including scope, budget, and schedule management.
• Strong customer interaction and communication skills.
• Demonstrated understanding of engineering fundamentals.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• US citizenship or permanent residency.

Qualifications

• BS in engineering field – Aerospace, Mechanical, Optical, Electrical or similar discipline.
• 6+ years of experience in one or more of the following areas: Aerospace Optical Systems (preferred), Opto-Mechanical, Aerospace, Mechanical, Optical, Electrical or similar.
• Experience managing a team of interdisciplinary engineers on technical development programs, including scope, budget, and schedule management.
• Strong aptitude for customer interaction and communication.
• Demonstrated understanding of engineering fundamentals.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• US Person (US Citizen or US Permanent Resident).

Skills

• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Time management and project management abilities.
• Ability to handle issues and nonconformances.
• Customer interaction and communication skills.
• Technical expertise in engineering fundamentals.

Benefits

• Project Manager pay range: $104,190 - 160,000 (base pay)
• Discretionary performance-based bonus.
• Employee stock ownership plan.
• Medical, dental, vision, and 401k plan with company match.

Pay

Project Manager pay range: $104,190 - 160,000

Schedule

The position is based in San Diego with a hybrid schedule. The hybrid work arrangement is subject to change based on business needs, including training, performance, or other operational requirements. Any physical location change may impact future employment.