Technical Project Manager; Aerospace & Defense

Technical Project Manager (Aerospace & Defense)

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The preferred location of this role is Exton, PA or Canonsburg, PA, and we are also open to remote candidates located in the US.

We Are:
At Synopsys, we drive the innovations that shape the way we live and connect. Our technology is central to the Era of Pervasive Intelligence, from self-driving cars to learning machines. We lead in chip design, verification, and IP integration, empowering the creation of high-performance silicon chips and software content. Join us to transform the future through continuous technological innovation.

You Are:
You are a skilled, driven project manager with a passion for technology and delivering results in complex, high-impact environments. You thrive on solving intricate problems and managing multiple work streams, especially within the federal aerospace and defense sector. Your background combines technical expertise with strong business acumen, enabling you to communicate effectively with engineers, executives, and government stakeholders. You are a natural collaborator, a trusted advisor, and excel at building strong relationships across teams and with customers.

With a proven track record managing large-scale software projects, you lead cross‑functional teams to achieve project goals from initiation through delivery.

You have experience in project capture, proposal and contract management, and understand the unique requirements of government initiatives. You mentor others, champion process improvement, and are comfortable with Agile and Waterfall methodologies. Your organizational skills, urgency, and attention to detail set you apart. You thrive in autonomous, fast‑paced settings and are motivated to play a pivotal role in mission‑critical government projects.

• Guide complex customer services to successful outcomes using your program management expertise, planning, negotiation skills, and industry knowledge.
• Serve as a key partner to the Sales and ACE (Engineering) teams, helping to drive and secure consulting opportunities, including collaborating with sales to develop effective program management strategies.
• Facilitate the definition of project scope, goals, requirements, and deliverables for enterprise software simulation solutions.
• Develop and manage project plans, track resource allocations, timelines, and deliverables across multiple interconnected work streams.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, account management, and engineering, ensuring seamless communication and collaboration.
• Identify and manage project risks, elevate issues, and provide guidance on advanced technical solution planning.
• Mentor junior project managers, participate in corporate initiatives, and contribute to the development of project management standards and processes.
• Oversee service partners and subcontractors, ensuring alignment with project goals and customer requirements.
• Deliver status presentations for customers and executives, articulating project progress, challenges, and value propositions.

• Ensure successful deployment and adoption of Ansys’ software solutions within the U.S. Space Force and federal aerospace & defense sectors.
• Build and strengthen customer relationships as a trusted advisor and central collaboration point between customers, account management, and engineering teams.
• Drive growth by securing and delivering high‑value consulting projects.
• Advance the capabilities of the Professional Services team through leadership, mentoring, and process improvement.
• Meet customer requirements on time and within budget, increasing satisfaction and loyalty.
• Contribute to continuous innovation in Ansys’ technology, processes, and people through participation in strategic corporate initiatives.
• Support national‑impact, mission‑critical projects for federal customers.
• Foster cross‑functional collaboration and knowledge sharing across geographically diverse teams.

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, Business, or a related field (BS+6, MS+4, or PhD+2 years’…