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Fibertek, Inc. · 3 hours ago

Senior Technical Program Manager

Herndon, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

Fibertek, Inc. is a leading developer of laser and electro-optic systems for the aerospace community, seeking a Senior Technical Program Manager to join their team in Herndon, VA. The Sr. TPM is responsible for the successful execution of large-scale electro-optical system development programs and leads multidisciplinary teams to achieve program objectives while interfacing with government and aerospace customers.

AssociationB2BGovernment

Diversity & Inclusion

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead cross-functional teams of scientists, engineers, and manufacturing personnel to achieve program success

Serve as the primary customer interface, fostering collaboration and ensuring clear, transparent communication

Develop and maintain comprehensive program plans aligned with customer work statements and technical specifications

Oversee the end-to-end development lifecycle of complex active electro-optical systems, from design through delivery

Proactively identify, mitigate, and communicate technical, cost, and schedule risks; develop and execute recovery plans as needed

Forecast program resource requirements, including technical workforce, facilities, and equipment needs

Define system-level performance parameters and manage the requirements flow-down through all subsystems

Provide executive-level briefings on program health, milestones, and challenges

Partner with Business Development to define growth opportunities, contribute to proposals, and engage with key customers

Qualification

R&D program managementLaser system expertiseSystems engineeringCustomer interfacingAerospace engineeringEVM experienceCommunication skillsCollaboration skillsTechnical documentation

Required

Proven success managing R&D programs in the defense or aerospace sector with full accountability for cost, schedule, and technical performance

US Citizen and eligibility to obtain a US Security Clearance

Strong written and verbal communication and documentation skills

Excellent customer interfacing skills

Familiarity with expectations and collaboration in the context of typical Government development contracts, including organizations such as NASA, US Government defense organizations, and/or aerospace Prime Contractor mission partners

Demonstrable expertise in laser system concepts and technologies

Additional expertise in engineering systems and components for aerospace and defense missions

Bachelors (Master's or PhD degree preferred) in a relevant engineering or applied-science field

>10 years professional experience including demonstrated success leading large and diverse technical teams in an engineering organization

Direct experience with systems engineering, optical or laser system development, and high-reliability aerospace programs

EVM experience