{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"a7cf7f5748b658ea485d5bab","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/a7cf7f5748b658ea485d5bab","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/a7cf7f5748b658ea485d5bab","title":"Technical Project Manager","description":"Our Concord R&D Trackers Team is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Technical Project Manager to support the Engineering Project Management function in the initiation, planning, and execution of engineering project tasks and sustaining activities across Cobham Satcom's advanced antenna tracking systems portfolio.\r\nIn this role, you will collaborate closely with Project Managers, Mechanical, RF, Software, and Systems Engineers to help coordinate technical projects, maintain documentation accuracy, and ensure smooth day-to-day operations within the R&D environment. This position provides a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a multidisciplinary engineering setting, contributing directly to the development of mission-critical satellite communication technologies.\r\nThis is a full-time, on-site position based in Concord, California.\r\nResponsibilities\r\nProject Coordination & Documentation\r\nSupport Technical Project Managers (TPMs) in planning, scheduling, and tracking project deliverables.\r\nEngage with key stakeholders to document and resolve daily project blockers and action items.\r\nImplement efficient strategies to organize and manage project documentation and records.\r\nGenerate and maintain as-built drawings, change-management documentation, and engineering logs under the direction of the project team.\r\nProcurement & Resource Management\r\nCoordinate and monitor the procurement, receipt, and physical storage of test equipment and prototype hardware.\r\nMaintain inventory and ensure traceability of engineering resources and assets.\r\nProvide direct assistance in transitioning \"paper\" designs into functional hardware prototypes. Support the setup and maintenance of test and development environments in collaboration with engineering staff.\r\nOperational & Administrative Support\r\nExecute general organizational and administrative tasks to support ongoing engineering and project activities.\r\nContribute to continuous improvement of internal processes, templates, and documentation practices.\r\nQualifications\r\nBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Technology, or a related technical discipline.\r\nStrong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.\r\nExcellent verbal and written communication skills , with the ability to collaborate effectively across technical teams.\r\n5 Years of Technical Project Management experience with a strong focus on product development / New Product Introduction (NPI) .\r\nRecent TPM experience (within the last 3–5 years) in a product development environment.\r\nDemonstrated ability to partner with engineering, product, and cross-functional teams to deliver complex technical products.\r\nDemonstrated motivation, initiative, and problem-solving ability in a dynamic R&D environment.\r\nMust be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident) in accordance with U.S. Export Control regulations.\r\nWilling and able to work 100% on-site in Concord, CA.\r\nThe Salary Range for this Full-time position is $140,000-160,000.\r\nYour Future Workplace\r\nAt Cobham Satcom, you'll join a global team dedicated to delivering mission-critical satellite communication solutions that enable reliable connectivity for defense, maritime, and commercial operations worldwide.\r\nAs part of our Concord R&D organization, you'll gain exposure to cutting-edge antenna tracking technologies and contribute to projects that advance secure, high-performance communications across land, sea, and air.\r\nJoin us and help shape the future of resilient, innovative communication systems.\r\nJ-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Cobham Satcom","rawCompany":"cobham satcom","city":"Concord","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-08T01:02:31.560Z","occupations":[{"code":"13-1082.00","title":"Project Management Specialists","slug":"project-management-specialists"},{"code":"15-1299.09","title":"Information Technology Project Managers","slug":"information-technology-project-managers"},{"code":"11-9041.00","title":"Architectural and Engineering Managers","slug":"architectural-and-engineering-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541715","title":"Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)","slug":"research-and-development-in-the-physical-engineering-and-life-sciences-except-nanotechnology-and-biotechnology"},{"code":"334511","title":"Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing","slug":"search-detection-navigation-guidance-aeronautical-and-nautical-system-and-instrument-manufacturing"},{"code":"927110","title":"Space Research and Technology","slug":"space-research-and-technology"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Technical Project Manager","description":"Our Concord R&D Trackers Team is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Technical Project Manager to support the Engineering Project Management function in the initiation, planning, and execution of engineering project tasks and sustaining activities across Cobham Satcom's advanced antenna tracking systems portfolio.\r\nIn this role, you will collaborate closely with Project Managers, Mechanical, RF, Software, and Systems Engineers to help coordinate technical projects, maintain documentation accuracy, and ensure smooth day-to-day operations within the R&D environment. 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