Job Title: Junior Project ManagerJob DescriptionThe Junior Program Assistant Project Manager will collaborate with the project/program team to support program milestones and input data into MS Projects. This role involves managing project data and tasks in partnership with the project management team to ensure effective documentation of all project data.Responsibilities
Collaborate with the project/program management team to assist with program milestones.
Input and manage data in MS Projects.
Document all project data effectively.
Utilize MS Projects and Power BI for project documentation.
Partner with the program/project management team on all documents.
Essential Skills
Schedule planning
Project management
Proficiency in MS Project
Aerospace engineering experience
Familiarity with avionics systems and defense aerospace
Additional Skills & Qualifications
1-2 years of relevant aerospace experience (other industries considered but aerospace preferred)
Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline (Aerospace preferred but open to Mechanical, Manufacturing, and others)
Experience in project engineering, cost management, and budget management
Knowledge of AS9100 standards
Work EnvironmentThe role is based at a small site with office space, assembly, and lab areas located in a modest office building within a small business park, alongside companies like Maxar Technologies. The company specializes in space avionics and sensor systems, catering to commercial, space, and defense markets. Employees will engage in the development, manufacture, and testing of video systems integrated into satellites, rockets, and spacecraft, as well as control systems for experiments and payloads, and data management equipment. The company has been instrumental in over 150 successful space missions, including contributions to NASA's Artemis program.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pasadena, California.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $32.00 - $38.00/hr.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Pasadena,CA.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Sep 16, 2025.About ActalentActalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email for other accommodation options.
