Hiring: Project Manager – Space and Fusion Energy Optics Company: U.S. Fusion Energy Location: Southbridge, MA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-11 14:09:01 Target Skills & Keywords : Assembly, Product Lifecycle Management, Project Management, Systems Engineering About the job Experience: •5+ years of experience managing technical or engineering projects in a manufacturing or product development environment Required Skills: •Define project scope, technical requirements, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with engineering leadership and customers •Develop and maintain detailed project plans including engineering design phases, procurement, fabrication, assembly, integration, and testing •Coordinate multi-disciplinary engineering teams •Manage design reviews (PDR, CDR), technical readiness reviews, and production readiness milestones •Identify technical risks early and implement mitigation strategies •Track cost performance, labor utilization, material expenditures, and forecast completion costs •Ensure configuration control and proper documentation throughout development and production •Oversee supplier performance, long-lead procurements, and subcontractor deliverables Qualifications: •Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field (Master’s, PhD degree preferred) •Management training & experience, 5+ years of experience managing technical or engineering projects in a manufacturing or product development environment •In-depth knowledge of engineering design processes and product lifecycle management •Operational familiarity with quality systems (ISO, AS9100, or similar) •Proficiency with project management tools (MS Project, other) •Strong technical aptitude with ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and test data •Technical leadership and systems thinking •Schedule development and critical path management •Risk identification and mitigation planning •Budget management and earned value tracking Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!