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Ansys · 1 week ago

Technical Project Manager (Aerospace & Defense)

Exton, PA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

4+ years exp

Ansys is a technology company focused on innovations in the aerospace and defense sectors. They are seeking a Technical Project Manager to lead complex software projects, manage cross-functional teams, and ensure successful outcomes for federal customers.

Enterprise SoftwareInformation ServicesInformation TechnologySimulationSoftware

Culture & Values

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Guide complex customer services to successful outcomes using your program management expertise, planning, negotiation skills, and industry knowledge

Serve as a key partner to the Sales and ACE (Engineering) teams, helping to drive and secure consulting opportunities, including collaborating with sales to develop effective program management strategies

Facilitate the definition of project scope, goals, requirements, and deliverables for enterprise software simulation solutions

Develop and manage project plans, track resource allocations, timelines, and deliverables across multiple interconnected workstreams

Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, account management, and engineering, ensuring seamless communication and collaboration

Identify and manage project risks, escalate issues, and provide guidance on advanced technical solution planning

Mentor junior project managers, participate in corporate initiatives, and contribute to the development of project management standards and processes

Oversee service partners and subcontractors, ensuring alignment with project goals and customer requirements

Deliver status presentations for customers and executives, articulating project progress, challenges, and value propositions

Qualification

Aerospace engineeringSoftware developmentProject managementAgile methodologiesWaterfall methodologiesStakeholder managementMicrosoft ProjectCommunication skillsLeadership skillsMentoring skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, Business, or a related field (BS+6, MS+4, or PhD+2 years' experience minimum)

Proven project management experience with multiple workstreams, especially in software solutions

Experience in engineering, software development, or product development environments, preferably with federal aerospace & defense customers

Demonstrated skills in project capture, proposal management, and contract management

Proficiency with Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) and modern project management tools (Microsoft Project, JIRA, Monday, ADO, etc.)

Strong stakeholder management, interpersonal, and communication skills, including the ability to lead customer-facing presentations

Experience with both Agile and Waterfall project management methodologies

Ability to travel domestically up to 25% and to work autonomously in a fast-paced, evolving environment