Technical Program Manager

Join us at Zone 5 Technologies where innovation and cutting-edge technology are combined to develop advanced weapon systems. For our satellite office located in Fort Walton Beach FL on the Emerald Coast near Eglin Air Force Base, we are seeking talented individuals to join and contribute to our growing team.

We thrive on pushing boundaries and inventing solutions to real-world challenges. Join a community of forward-thinkers who collaborate to create impactful products with a global reach. Our team, consisting of engineers and professionals, is prepared to overcome new frontiers and deliver innovative solutions in the field of unmanned aircraft systems and advanced weapon systems.

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Technical Program Manager to join our team. This individual will play a crucial role in overseeing and coordinating the development, integration, and testing of weapon systems tailored for government use. The Technical Program Manager will lead cross-functional engineering teams in shaping technical strategy, developing aircraft integration plans, and partnering with multi-disciplinary engineering teams to ensure all projects are executed successfully from start to finish.

Responsibilities:

· Lead Project Development: Manage and oversee the full lifecycle of weapon system development projects, from initial concept through integration, testing, and production.

· Cross-Functional Team Leadership: Coordinate and guide cross-functional teams, including engineers, designers, and software developers, to ensure timely and effective project execution.

· Develop CONOPS and Systems: Collaborate with teams to develop detailed CONOPS, vehicle designs, avionics systems, and mission planning software.

· Stakeholder Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for programs, engaging directly with government technical leads, SMEs, and program partners to serve as the customer-facing technical program manager ensuring clear communication and alignment of project goals.

· Resource Allocation: Manage project resources, timelines, and budgets, ensuring projects are completed on time and within scope.

· Quality Assurance: Ensure all projects meet the highest standards of quality and comply with relevant regulations and industry best practices.

· Reporting: Provide regular updates and reports to senior management on project status, risks, and milestones.

Qualifications:

· Education: BS or MS in engineering, management, manufacturing or related field.

· Experience: Proven experience in program management, preferably within the defense industry or related technology fields.

· Technical Knowledge: Understanding of advanced weapon systems, unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), and related technologies to include developing and integrating technologies onto platforms.

· Leadership Skills: Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and manage cross- functional teams.

· Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders.

· Project Management: Proficiency in project management tools and software; ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

· Defense Industry Experience: Experience in the defense sector is highly desirable but not mandatory.

· U.S. Citizenship and Active Security Clearance highly desired.