Technical Project Manager

Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing (ARM)•Pittsburgh, PA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The ARM Institute is seeking a Technology Project Manager to manage technical projects that advance the development, validation, and adoption of robotics, artificial intelligence (AI), and advanced manufacturing technologies. Reporting to the Director, Technology Portfolio Manager, this role oversees project execution from initiation through closeout, ensuring projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with contractual requirements and organizational objectives. The Technology Project Manager serves as the primary point of contact for assigned projects, collaborating with consortium members, government sponsors, industry partners, and internal stakeholders to manage project performance, mitigate risks, and drive successful project outcomes. This position combines technical project management, stakeholder engagement, and cross-functional coordination to support ARM's mission of strengthening U.S. manufacturing through the adoption of robotics and AI. This hybrid position is based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and requires occasional travel to customer sites, consortium meetings, and industry events.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Robotics, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
One (1) or more years of experience managing technical projects, engineering programs, manufacturing initiatives, or advanced technology projects.
Thorough understanding of project management principles, budgeting, scheduling, and risk management.
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
Strong organizational, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to travel as required, estimated at 25%.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with government agencies, manufacturing organizations, research institutions, or technology developers.
Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD), Manufacturing USA Institutes, or federally funded research and development programs.
Experience with robotics, artificial intelligence, industrial automation, digital engineering, or advanced manufacturing technologies.
Familiarity with Technology Readiness Levels (TRLs), Manufacturing Readiness Levels (MRLs), or systems engineering principles.

Responsibilities

Manage technical projects from award through project closeout, ensuring deliverables are completed on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with contractual requirements.
Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, budgets, milestones, and resource allocations.
Monitor project performance, technical progress, risks, and financial status throughout the project lifecycle.
Coordinate project resources and activities to achieve program objectives.
Conduct regular project reviews and recommend corrective actions when necessary.
Develop mitigation plans to address project risks, issues, and schedule impacts.
Measure and report project performance using established technical, financial, and operational metrics.
Manage development, integration, validation, qualification, and technology demonstration activities.
Coordinate technical reviews, project meetings, and milestone reviews.
Ensure timely completion of project deliverables and reporting requirements.
Maintain accurate project documentation and records.
Support contract compliance, project reporting, and deliverable tracking.
Assist with project closeout activities and lessons learned documentation.
Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned consortium members, principal investigators, customers, and government sponsors.
Build collaborative relationships with industry, academia, government agencies, and internal teams.
Facilitate communication among project stakeholders to ensure alignment and successful executive reviews.
Collaborate with Finance, Contracts, Membership, Business Development, Communications, and Executive Leadership to support successful program execution.
Contribute to continuous improvement of project management processes, templates, and best practices.

Benefits

4 weeks of paid vacation from your first year
11 paid holidays
5 floating holidays annually
Company-paid Short-Term Disability (STD), Long-Term Disability (LTD), and Life Insurance on day one
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance with health savings plan options beginning the first day of the month following your hire date.
$100 monthly communication allowance
One-time $500 home office stipend
Employer retirement contributions equal to 8% of your salary beginning after your first month of employment.
Up to 2 weeks of paid parental and family leave, in addition to paid bonding leave for new parents, after 6 months of employment.
Up to 30 days of paid military leave each year.