Technical Program Manager – Product Launch

Aalo Atomics•Austin, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Technical Program Manager – Product Launch is responsible for leading a product from conceptual design through launch and into high-volume manufacturing. This role drives execution across every phase of the product lifecycle, ensuring teams are aligned, milestones are met, and risks are proactively managed. As the glue across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Operations, Licensing, and Construction, this person brings structure to complexity and momentum to cross-functional efforts. They will lead readiness tracking, issue resolution, change management, and execution planning while balancing internal priorities and external requirements. This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives in ambiguity, applies first-principles thinking to solve hard problems, and builds strong relationships to move programs forward. No challenge is too large or too small -- success in this role requires persistence, attention to detail, sound judgment, and a bias for action.

Requirements

5+ years of program management experience in nuclear, energy, or other advanced technology industries
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field; equivalent experience considered
Strong understanding of multidisciplinary engineering fundamentals, including mechanical, electrical, and nuclear systems
Demonstrated ability to apply first-principles thinking to technical and programmatic problem solving
Proven track record of delivering complex projects on aggressive timelines
Ability to lead effectively in environments with high ambiguity and evolving scope
Strong cross-functional communication skills, with the ability to influence across all levels of the organization
Based in the United States
Willing to work on-site in Austin, TX
Applicants must be U.S. Citizens or U.S. Persons in compliance with 10 CFR Part 810 and may not hold non-compliant foreign citizenships.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree (Master’s or Ph.D.) in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, or a related technical discipline
Experience working with DOE, NRC, or other regulatory bodies
PMP or similar project/program management certification

Responsibilities

Identify program risks -- including new technologies, conflicting requirements, schedule, budget, and staffing challenges; and proactively drive mitigation plans
Bring clarity to strategy and execution by aligning cross-functional teams around priorities, milestones, and decision points
Manage stakeholder engagement with DOE, NRC, national laboratories, commercial partners, and other external entities
Facilitate make-versus-buy decisions using manufacturing, supply chain, cost, and schedule inputs
Lead change management across design and manufacturing
Drive issue resolution across design, manufacturing, installation, and commissioning
Support strategic planning across program phases, resources, and dependencies
Track and communicate program progress, while proactively identifying and removing roadblocks