Make an Impact Where Innovation Takes Flight 

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a global leader in the aerospace industry to find a driven Technical Project Manager (Technical Program Manager) to join a high-performing team in Mobile, Alabama. In this role, you’ll lead complex, high-visibility programs that directly support commercial aircraft production—shaping schedules, budgets, processes, and outcomes that matter. If you thrive at the intersection of engineering, manufacturing, and leadership, this is your opportunity to help deliver aircraft programs on time, on quality, and on cost. 

What You’ll Do (Day-to-Day Impact) 

As a Technical Project Manager, you will lead a portfolio of technical projects and programs across commercial aircraft production, collaborating with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders to deliver results. 

Key Responsibilities Include: 

• Lead projects to ensure On-Time / On-Quality / On-Cost execution 

• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and resources using earned value management 

• Build business cases using financial and operational data 

• Define project scope, work breakdown structures, and industrial set-ups 

• Establish project governance, KPIs, and milestone gate reviews with senior leadership 

• Manage risks, opportunities, and change management throughout the project lifecycle 

• Control and report project status to internal and external customers 

• Analyze current (“As-Is”) processes and develop future-state (“To-Be”) solutions 

• Lead projects at the Final Assembly Line (FAL) in Mobile, partnering with Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, PMO, and global teams 

• Support customer acceptance plans, stakeholder engagement, and communication strategies 

• Capture lessons learned and drive continuous improvement 

Your Boarding Pass – Qualifications 

Required Education & Experience 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or Management 

• 3+ years combined experience in engineering, continuous improvement in a manufacturing/production environment, and project or program management 
  (Graduate studies or military training may count toward experience) 

• This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.

Preferred Experience 

• Aviation, aerospace, or automotive industry experience 

• Industrial or manufacturing engineering background 

• Proven record of successfully implemented manufacturing improvements 

Preferred Certifications 

• PMP or AIB Bronze Level Certification 

• Agile, Six Sigma Green Belt, Lean+, DFSS, or Black Belt training 

Skills & Technical Expertise 

• Proficiency in Google Suite and Microsoft applications 

• Strong knowledge of Project & Portfolio Management (PPM) tools and methodologies 

• Experience with LBIP+ / DMAIC 

• Preferred experience with Planisware 

• Excellent organizational, communication, and presentation skills 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities 

• Ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage multiple priorities, and work independently 

Additional Details 

• Travel: Domestic & International (approx. 10% or as required) 

• Physical Requirements: Ability to work in office and production environments, travel, and support on-site manufacturing activities as needed 
   

Ready for Takeoff? Apply Today 

If you’re ready to lead high-impact aerospace programs and partner with one of the world’s most respected aircraft manufacturers, we want to hear from you. 

Apply now and help shape the future of commercial aviation with PDS Tech Commercial. 

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