Technical Project Manager

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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