Senior Program Manager
Core
Spearhead development and execution of mission-critical satellite systems from concept through on-orbit validation, leading cross-functional teams and interfacing with hosted payload customers.
Role type
Senior Program Manager (Aerospace/Satellite Systems)
Builds
Kepler satellite constellations (ÆTHER platform, Tranche-2), hosted payload systems, and on-orbit demonstration capabilities.
Domain
Commercial space communications, satellite systems engineering, optical data relay.
Required skills
Program lifecycle management, Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), Earned Value Management (EVM), risk mitigation, stakeholder management, cross-functional team leadership, technical program planning, performance metrics reporting.
Preferred skills
Technical leadership (IPT lead), optical communications, electronics/flight software/GNC/AOCS development, PMP certification.
Technologies
Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), Earned Value Management (EVM), Agile methodologies.
Responsibilities
Own and manage program scope, schedule, cost, and risk; serve as primary interface with customers and subcontractors; plan and facilitate technical reviews; develop program plans and KPIs; drive accountability for scope changes; lead cross-functional coordination; monitor program health (SPI, CPI, EAC); identify and mitigate risks; present status to stakeholders.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic oversight
