Project Manager

Curtiss-Wright Corporation

. Develop and control schedules and budgets for assigned projects .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeCheswick • Pennsylvania • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $99,000 - $165,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management, including budget control, schedule development, and risk management. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for effective customer interaction and team leadership.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Project ManagementBudget ControlSchedule DevelopmentProject Management Professional Certification (PMP)Microsoft Project

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementBudget ControlSchedule DevelopmentRisk ManagementManufacturing ProcessesProject Work Plan ExecutionCost ManagementCustomer Requirements ManagementIssue ResolutionTechnical Requirements Management

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsPresentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ProjectERP Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Project Management Professional Certification (PMP)

Industry Keywords

DoD RequirementsSecurity ClearanceExport-Controlled InformationCustomer InterfaceSourcing

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPPMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and control schedules and budgets for assigned projects
Serve as the point of contact for customer communications, meetings, and questions
Interact with engineering, manufacturing, project management office, planning, quality assurance, contracts, and finance
Manage, coordinate, and control Project Work Plan execution to achieve technical, cost, and schedule objectives
Lead the project team and regular project meetings to monitor and drive progress
Maintain effective customer communications and address customer requirements and expectations
Address and resolve issues involving scope, technical requirements, quality, schedule, resources, cost, customer interface, and related activities
Communicate project progress, issues, and resolution options to project team members, customers, and EMD management
Review and control project cost, including coordination and certification of Estimate at Complete dates
Develop and monitor the Project Risk Management Plan
Interact with Sourcing and suppliers to secure materials for the project and future production

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in engineering preferred; Business Administration, or equivalent will be considered
5+ years of related experience in Project management or project leadership experience
Experience with Microsoft Project and ERP Systems
Preferred Project Management Professional Certification (PMP)
Excellent organization, communication (written and oral), and presentation skills
Knowledge of basic manufacturing processes and procedures
Must be a US citizen due to DoD requirements
Must be able to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance
Position may require exposure to export-controlled information and additional security screening

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid Time Off
401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing
Health and Wellness Benefits
Learning and Development Opportunities
Referral Program
Competitive Pay
Recognition
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Inclusive & Supportive Culture