Technical Program Manager
Toyon Research Corporation•Goleta, CA
•Onsite
About The Position
Toyon Research Corporation is seeking an experienced Technical Program Manager to handle multiple complex projects simultaneously, planning, executing, and delivering program objectives on time and within budget. The Technical Program Manager will be responsible for initiating and maintaining extensive contact with key engineers and officials of other organizations and companies, requiring skills in persuasion and negotiation of critical issues. Individuals must demonstrate creativity, foresight, and mature judgment in anticipating and solving unprecedented engineering problems.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field
- A minimum of 10+ years of program management experience in a similar role, including leading complex, cross-functional programs
- Experience in organizational planning, including road-mapping, headcount/resource planning, and coordinating program progress within an engineering organization
- Proven ability to partner with engineering and leadership teams to drive alignment across multiple initiatives and partners
- Comfortable working with senior technical leaders and translating strategic goals into actionable programs
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Exceptional problem-solving skills
- Highly adaptable and able to thrive in ambiguous situations
- U.S. Citizenship Required.
- Ability to qualify for a US Department of Defense Top Secret security clearance required.
Nice To Haves
- Marketing and/or media relations skills
- KPI development and tracking
- Legal/contracts experience
- Negotiation skills
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with management and administrative teams to create internal plans and budgets for projects on an ad hoc basis
- Build strong rapport with internal and external stakeholders to foster positive working relationships
- Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks to ensure successful project delivery
- Create high-quality presentations using PowerPoint and other tools
- Utilize advanced Excel skills for engineering and planning purposes
- Maintain composure in high-stress situations, providing stability and guidance to the team
- Create opportunities to improve organizational effectiveness, team collaboration, communication flows, and program execution within the Advanced Systems technical area
Benefits
- Competitive Industry Pay
- 100% Employer-Paid Medical Insurance Premium
- HSA with Employer Contributions
- Dental and Vision Coverage Options
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation and Sick leave
- Company Funded 401(k) and Profit Sharing Plans
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Discretionary Bonus Eligibility
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
