Technical Program Manager

Job Title : Program Manager

Job Description

This is a technical and tactical role where the Program Manager will have budget responsibility for a multi-million dollar program delivering a full suite of products and system integration for a large upgrade to an aircraft. The Program Manager will be responsible for budget and timeline, ensuring timelines and requirements are clearly defined and then met. The Program Manager will work cross-functionally to ensure Engineering, Procurement, Finance, and Subcontractors are aware of key milestones and on track.

Responsibilities

Manage and direct the daily execution of programs and proposals within contract requirements to assure that cost, schedules, technical, financial, and performance goals are met.

Act as the primary interface between external customers, suppliers / partners, and internal teams; define business direction, grow the program portfolio, manage complex strategic relationships (internal / external), and ensure on-time delivery of the highest quality.

Lead integrated Program Teams responsible for the successful performance of new, complex development products.

Lead the development of Statements of Work used for outsourcing Product Development work packages.

Participate as a team leader on proposal activities and ensure that the requirements of the request for proposal are met in the preparation and documentation.

Evaluate supplier proposals for pricing, capabilities, and ensure they deliver on-time and on-budget.

Provide contractual interface, communication, and coordination with internal and external customers on matters pertaining to existing contracts and bid & proposal activities.

Develop and maintain relationships with customers, suppliers, and subcontractors to ensure contractual, financial, technical, and schedule requirements are met.

Maintain technical and commercial marketing objectives and assure program completion within established milestones.

Plan, direct, maintain, and present project technical and financial status to the executive team.

Guide the development of program business and technical strategies.

Essential Skills

Program management

Requirements management

Aerospace

Systems Integration

Overseeing requirements, budget, and timeline

5+ years experience managing budgets and timelines for multimillion dollar aerospace programs

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Engineering Degree

Experience managing programs involving systems integration

Ability to articulate work experience and proven success managing timelines and budgets

Defining requirements and pulling teams together to meet milestones

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Phoenix, AZ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $75.00 - $100.00 / hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following : - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off / Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Phoenix,AZ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 25, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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