Technical Project Manager

Overview

Technical Project Manager

LOCATION:

On Site (Hybrid Option) - Kirtland AFB, NM

JOB STATUS:

Full-time

CLEARANCE:

Secret (Required), TS/SCI (Preferred)

CERTIFICATION:

PMP Preferred

TRAVEL:

<10%

Astrion is seeking a

Technical Project Manager

to support the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), Space Vehicles Directorate, at Kirtland AFB in Albuquerque, NM. This role is a key contributor to the Rapid Architecture Prototyping and Integration Development (RAPID) laboratory — a mission-critical effort accelerating the Space Force's transition to resilient future architectures through advanced system-of-systems design and ground demonstrations.

The Technical Project Manager will support execution and oversight of cross-functional engineering and technical teams, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and successful delivery of program milestones.

Required Qualifications / Skills

• U.S. Citizenship required
• DoD Secret clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, physical sciences, business, or a related technical field
• 3+ years of experience supporting DoD or government programs, with 2+ years in a technical leadership or project/program management role
• Experience managing integrated schedules involving multiple interdependent systems
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Skilled in developing and maintaining integrated project schedules (e.g., with MS Project, Excel)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to interface effectively with senior government leaders, engineers, and other stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex, multi-disciplinary projects with evolving priorities

Preferred Qualifications / Skills

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Familiarity with space systems, secure communications, or networked system architectures
• Understanding of system engineering principles and technical coordination in defense programs
• Experience supporting stakeholder engagement and cross-organizational collaboration
• Prior exposure to AFRL or Space Force technical initiatives is a plus

Responsibilities

• Assist the RAPID Program Manager with overall program strategy, planning, and execution
• Coordinate cross-functional technical teams, ensuring delivery of program objectives and alignment to schedule
• Represent the program in customer meetings, design reviews, and technical interchange meetings (TIMs)
• Track action items, monitor milestones, and maintain program documentation
• Support stakeholder engagement and build relationships across government and contractor teams
• Translate mission needs into executable technical plans alongside the Chief Engineer and Technical Director
• Monitor technical progress, risks, and interdependencies across hardware, software, and network development efforts
• Participate in requirements planning, architecture discussions, and trade studies as needed
• Ensure engineering efforts are aligned with program priorities
• Coordinate with subcontractors to ensure technical quality and contract compliance
• Assist in developing and maintaining schedules, budgets, and risk registers
• Track earned value, contract deliverables, and performance metrics
• Support creation of status reports, briefings, and formal contract data deliverables

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