Senior Technical Project Manager

Tradewind Aviation LLC • Oxford, CT

1h

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Senior Technical Project Manager to lead complex software development and system integration initiatives, as well as ensure successful delivery of technology solutions. The ideal candidate will have deep knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), experience working closely with development teams, and a proven ability to manage technical projects in an Agile environment. Experience in the airline industry is highly desirable. The incumbent will be comfortable learning and adapting to the intricacies of the Tradewind environment, happy liaising with stakeholders at all levels, and keen to apply their years of expertise to plan, execute and deliver projects of all levels of complexity.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (4-year degree) in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification required.
• 10–15 years of progressive project management experience, with a strong technical focus.
• Proven experience managing software development projects and working with development teams.
• Hands-on involvement in requirements gathering, sprint planning, and SDLC processes.
• Strong understanding of Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Proficiency with project management and Agile tools (e.g., Azure DevOps, MS Project, Jira).

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the airline industry a plus.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms, APIs, and integration projects.
• Advanced degree (MBA or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale projects from initiation to completion.
• Develop and manage project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Ensure compliance with organizational standards, methodologies, and best practices.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, issues, and dependencies.
• Communicate project status, progress, and outcomes to stakeholders and executive leadership.
• Foster collaboration across departments and maintain strong vendor relationships.
• Drive continuous improvement in project management processes and tools.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA/DCA and 401(k) plan.
• Paid vacation and sick days
• Paid Parental Leave
• Fun, dynamic team with opportunities for rapid advancement
• Travel benefits on various US and International airlines

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees