Technical Project Manager III (Aerospace)

TL;DR

Technical Project Manager III (Aerospace): Managing the product lifecycle for valves and pumps within the operations division with an accent on budget, schedule, and risk management. Focus on aligning day-to-day execution with program-level plans and managing complex hardware integration from design to production.

Location: Must be based in Kent, WA (No relocation provided)

Salary: $121,023 - $169,432

Company

hirify.global develops reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles to enable millions of people to live and work in space for the benefit of Earth.

What you will do

• Manage budgets, schedules, and work breakdown structures for valves and pumps manufacturing and assembly.
• Coordinate the entire product lifecycle from research and design development to final flight hardware production.
• Quantitatively manage scope by reporting status, risks, opportunities, variances, and recovery plans.
• Provide hands-on support for week-to-week planning and execution with manufacturing teams.
• Maintain alignment between high-level program plans and day-to-day team performance metrics.

Requirements

• B.S. degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, Mathematics, or related disciplines.
• 2+ years of experience planning and managing projects, including priorities, scope, schedule, and cost.
• Experience with critical path scheduling (IMP/IMS), risk management, and Cost Account Management.
• Proficiency with Agile methodology, JIRA, and scheduling software such as P6 Primavera or MS Project.
• Must be a U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or lawfully admitted as a refugee/asylum grantee.

Nice to have

• MBA degree or PMP certification.
• Experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS).
• Advanced MS Excel skills (Macros, Power Query, Power Pivot).
• Experience with cryogenic liquid, gas distribution, and propulsion systems.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%.
• Stock options for all regular employees.
• Paid Time Off: up to 4 weeks per year and 14 company-paid holidays.
• Education Support Program.