Senior/Principal Technical Project Manager

Zeno Power•Seattle, WA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Zeno Power is seeking a highly motivated Technical Project Manager to support the mission-oriented efforts of developing and bringing to market Radioisotope Power Systems (RPS) technologies. This role will specifically support Zeno's space portfolio and require interface with payload integration customers and launch vehicles providers. Ideal candidates will have experience with delivering systems through design, assembly, test and launch integration activities.

Requirements

B.S. or higher in an engineering discipline from accredited university with 5+ years of engineering management or project management experience
Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing schedules and costs in an aerospace or nuclear environment
Strong understanding of baseline change control and configuration management
MS Project or P6 experience required
Must be a self-starter and possess ability to coordinate and lead a project management effort with minimal direction
Performs effectively under pressure and consistently meets deadlines in an uncertain environment
Must have excellent written and oral communication skills
Applicants for employment at Zeno Power must be a U.S. person. The term “U.S. Person” means (i) a U.S citizen or U.S. national; or (ii) any natural person who is a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e., holds a Green Card), as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or as a “protected individual” defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) (i.e., admitted as a refugee or is granted asylum).

Nice To Haves

Project Management Professional certification is desired
Experience managing a first of a kind or engineering design project strongly preferred
Demonstrated understanding of launch vehicle integration requirements and the ability to translate technical integration activities into executable project schedules, budgets, and risk management plans.
Experience coordinating cross-functional engineering teams through spacecraft integration, environmental testing, launch campaign planning, and mission readiness reviews.
Familiarity with launch provider milestone planning, deliverables, certification processes, and customer interface requirements.

Responsibilities

Develop and manage resource loaded schedules for Zeno’s projects
Coordinate schedule and cost inputs from Zeno stakeholders, including government agencies, the U.S. Department of Energy, and contractors
Ensure sound project management methodology is applied for control of the schedule and cost of projects
Develop, implement, and enforce baseline schedule and costs, including variance and metrics analysis
Manage, evaluate and make recommendations to the Director of Project Management for proposed schedule and cost baseline change control requests
Monitor and ensure Zeno, contractors, and supplier performance meets the baseline schedule and cost requirements
Support procurement activities such as procurement document development, acquisition, execution, and contract close out