Compass Systems Description: We are seeking a Senior Technical Program Manager with an engineering background to lead and support complex programs and technical initiatives within a fast-paced manufacturing in Johnstown, PA.

This role is responsible for overseeing project execution across engineering, production, quality, and operations while ensuring technical requirements, schedules, deliverables, and customer expectations are met.

The ideal candidate brings hands-on engineering experience combined with strong project leadership skills, particularly within defense, aerospace, or other highly regulated industries. This individual will serve as a key liaison between technical teams, leadership, customers, and external stakeholders to drive projects from concept through production and sustainment. Lead cross-functional technical projects supporting manufacturing, integration, and production operations. Manage project scope, schedules, deliverables, risks, and resource planning across multiple programs. Coordinate activities between engineering, production, quality assurance, supply chain, and program stakeholders to ensure successful project execution. Support the development, integration, testing, and deployment of hardware and electro-mechanical systems. Facilitate project meetings, status reports, and customer communications. Interpret technical requirements, drawings, specifications, and deliverables to ensure alignment across teams. Support system integration, troubleshooting, validation, and verification activities throughout the project lifecycle. Drive continuous improvement focused on operational efficiency, process optimization, and program execution. Develop and maintain project documentation including schedules, action trackers, technical reports, configuration documentation, and program status updates. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers, technicians, and project team members as needed. Support proposal development, planning efforts, and customer site visits when applicable. Develop and manage project budgets, labor forecasts, cost estimates, and resource planning.

Requirements: Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related technical field required. PMP certification or formal project management training required. 5+ years of experience in project management, manufacturing engineering, or technical program leadership. Prior experience supporting DoD, aerospace, government contracting, or View the full job description on the employer's website.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. PI285842396 / 11-9041.00 Architectural and Engineering Managers

Compass Systems, Inc.

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