Lead Mission-Critical Aerospace Programs as an Engineering Project Manager

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a global aerospace leader to find a driven and strategic Engineering Project Manager ready to lead complex sustainment and engineering initiatives. If you are passionate about delivering results, managing cross-functional teams, and driving innovation in high-impact programs, this is your opportunity to shape the future of aerospace.

Position Details

• Job Type: Full-time; Consultant (12 Months)

• Location: Long Beach, CA

• Schedule: Monday to Friday | First Shift (7:00 AM – 3:30 PM)

• Pay Rate Starting at : $54.89  per hour

Make an Impact

In this role, you will lead multiple sustainment and Non-Recurring Engineering (NRE) projects supporting critical aerospace platforms. You will work across engineering, product support, finance, and scheduling teams to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and aligned with customer expectations. Your leadership will directly contribute to mission readiness, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee a diverse portfolio of sustainment and engineering projects.

• Lead all phases of the project lifecycle, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closure.

• Develop and manage detailed project schedules and track progress against performance goals.

• Utilize Earned Value Management (EVM) to measure and report project performance.

• Facilitate collaboration across Integrated Product Teams and stakeholders.

• Produce and maintain project documentation and conduct management and customer reviews.

• Identify, assess, and manage risks, issues, and opportunities using structured tools.

• Prioritize, assign, and monitor tasks to ensure successful project delivery.

• Collect and analyze data to support metrics, trend analysis, and performance reporting.

• Present summarized project status, issues, and recommended actions to leadership and customers.

• Support project proposal development and sustainment planning efforts.

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, or a related discipline.

• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.

• 2+ years of experience presenting project status and recommendations to management and customers.

• 2+ years of experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and external partners.

• Experience collecting data, developing performance metrics, and conducting trend analysis.

• Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills.

• Commitment to regular and predictable attendance.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience analyzing complex data from multiple sources and presenting insights.

• PMP certification.

• Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) systems.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Microsoft Project.

• Familiarity with Risk, Issue, and Opportunity (RIO) management.

• Experience in aerospace or a dynamic, high-performance environment.

• Proven ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders and drive collaboration.

• Solutions-oriented mindset with strong problem-solving skills.

Why Join Us

• Work on high-visibility aerospace programs that impact global operations and mission readiness.

• Competitive pay and a consistent first-shift schedule.

• Opportunities to lead innovative projects and advance your leadership career.

• Collaborative and inclusive culture focused on professional growth and continuous learning.

• Exposure to advanced technologies, cross-functional teams, and senior leadership.

• A supportive environment where your expertise and ideas are valued.

Take Your Career to the Next Level

If you are ready to lead impactful engineering initiatives and grow your career in aerospace project management, we want to hear from you. Apply today and join a forward-thinking team where your leadership drives results and innovation.

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