Technical Program Manager - Aquinas Consulting

Aquinas Consulting has an immediate need for a Technical Program Manager at a growing international leader in access entry technology and security with a site located in Pico Rivera, CA.

The Technical Program Manager will have a strong attention to detail and have a demonstrated ability to lead the completion of tasks on a project.  The candidate will be responsible for the complete lifecycle leadership of highly complex projects that deliver enhanced features and product benefits from inception through production as well as driving innovative R&D projects to completion. 

Job Duties:

Project Management:

• Establish and maintain processes for managing scope during the project lifecycle, setting quality and performance standards and assessing risks.
• Review technical information provided by the customer through Regional Sales Managers for accuracy, completeness, and manufacturing concerns.
• Create detailed drawings that meet the requirements and specifications of the customer and define the product for manufacturing.
• Collaborate with customers and internal manufacturing to achieve a design that meets customer requirements and can be manufactured efficiently with in-house capabilities.
• Report project outcomes and/or risks to the appropriate management channels and escalate issues, as necessary, according to project work plan.
• Monitor all project activities and work in accordance with the approved timeline and quickly resolve issues that impact the timely delivery of the project.
• Deliver project releases to manufacturing meeting individual and department Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s).
• Provide guidance to Regional Sales Managers on feasibility and risks associated with projects that require design features and requirements that are new to Krieger.
• R&D
• Design, develop, research, test, analyze, and evaluate new and modified products, processes, and services to meet business requirements.
• Execute research & development (R&D) projects from initiation to completion.
• Research, evaluate, and select potential suppliers, vendors, and consultants.
• Analyze and interpret technical specifications, drawings, and diagrams.
• Analyze and evaluate alternative solutions.
• Provide technical expertise and consultation to internal customers and suppliers.
• Develop and audit test plans.

Job Requirements:

• 7+ years of project management experience leading low to high complexity projects from customer requirements through delivery to customer
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering or a related field required
• 2D CAD experience in the detailing and design of product components and assemblies (AutoCAD preferred)
• 3D CAD experience with experience in assembly modeling, sheet-metal component modeling, and drawing creation required
• Experience with executing projects in a manufacturing environment (custom sheet-metal product manufacturing experience preferred)
• Exemplary attention to detail with prior examples of delivering projects meeting time, cost and quality metrics
• Proven knowledge and experience in conducting research, designing product solutions, and presenting findings/results
• Strong analytical skills, including the ability to find creative solutions
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent presentation skills

Compensation and Benefits:

• Target base salary is $100-110K
• Company subsidized medical, dental and vision insurance coverage
• Unlimited Paid Time Off
• 401K plan, which currently offers a 6% company match and no vesting period 
• Health Savings Accounts – Tax-advantaged savings account used for healthcare expenses
• Flexible Spending Accounts – Tax-advantaged spending accounts for healthcare and/or dependent daycare expenses
• Disability Insurance –Short-Term and Long-Term coverage, paid for by Allegion, provides income replacement for illness or injury
• Life Insurance – Term life coverage with the option to purchase supplemental coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement  
• Voluntary Wellness Program – Simply complete wellness activities and earn up to $2,000 in rewards
• Employee Discounts

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Aquinas Consulting is a woman and minority owned company headquartered in Milford, CT that provides Engineering, Information Technology (IT), and Manufacturing staffing solutions throughout the US. We take pride in 20 years of service to our clients, our hiring managers, our consultants, and our local community.  Aquinas is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and committed to considering all qualified applications without regard to race, genetic information, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. www.aquinasconsulting.com