What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Project Manager position at Mission Microwave Technologies?
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Mission Microwave Technologies - Cypress, CA
Drive mission-critical programs from vision to reality.
About the Company
Mission Microwave Technologies was founded in 2014 to revolutionize the next generation of Solid-State Power Amplifiers (SSPAs) and Block Upconverters (BUCs). We utilize advanced GaN transistors, unique power-combining technology, and novel full-system designs to create the industry’s most efficient, lightweight, and compact high-power SSPAs.
Our leadership team brings more than 100 years of combined experience delivering high-performance, high-reliability SSPAs to commercial, military, and space customers. In just 10 years, our rapid growth and industry-leading innovation have attracted private-equity ownership and national recognition.
We’re proud to be ranked #28 on the Fortune Best Workplaces in Manufacturing & Production list and certified as a Great Place to Work since 2022.
Mission Microwave’s headquarters are located at 6060 Phyllis Drive, Cypress, CA 90603.
About the Role
At Mission Microwave, our RF and microwave technologies power some of the world’s most advanced aerospace, defense, and satellite communication systems. As a Technical Project Manager , you’ll be the strategic force coordinating cross-functional teams, guiding complex hardware programs, and ensuring every product moves from concept to production with precision.
This role is equal parts leader, problem-solver, and communicator — ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of engineering depth, disciplined execution, and customer partnership. If you’re energized by navigating technical challenges, aligning diverse teams, and delivering high-reliability hardware that performs in the toughest environments, this is where you belong.
What You’ll Do
- Own the full lifecycle of engineering and manufacturing programs.
- Driving program scope, schedules, milestones, and resource planning for new product introductions and major engineering changes.
- Translating customer requirements into actionable engineering deliverables.
- Leading cross-disciplinary teams — RF/microwave, mechanical, manufacturing, test, quality, supply chain — to merge design intent with manufacturability.
- Building and maintaining integrated master schedules while managing critical paths.
- Anticipating risks early and driving collaborative, technical problem-solving.
- Coordinating prototype and qualification builds and ensuring smooth transitions to production.
- Serving as the program’s central point of communication for leadership, customers, and suppliers.
- Preparing executive-level reports, presenting technical status, and ensuring contractual alignment.
- Championing AS9100, space, and defense-grade quality and documentation standards.
- Capturing lessons learned and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
What You Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field.
- 5 years of project/program management experience on hardware-based engineering programs (RF, microwave, aerospace, defense, or SATCOM strongly preferred).
- Strong understanding of the complete hardware product lifecycle.
- Ability to coordinate multi-disciplinary teams and manage competing priorities.
- Experience with customer-facing technical programs, requirements traceability, or acceptance testing.
- Proficiency with project scheduling tools, risk management, and documentation systems.
- Exceptional communication skills — able to translate technical detail for any audience.
- A track record of delivering complex engineering programs on time and within budget.
- Experience with WBS, Work Packages, or earned value management (SPI/CPI) is a plus. Self-driven, organized, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment where ownership matters.
We are committed to treating all employees and applicants with respect and dignity, and to maintaining a workplace free from unlawful discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.