Astranis Space Technologies · 2 days ago
Senior Technical Program Manager - Ground Systems
Astranis Space Technologies builds advanced satellites for high orbits, expanding humanity’s reach into the solar system. The Senior Technical Program Manager for Ground Systems will lead the execution of ground-based infrastructure and systems supporting satellite operations, collaborating with various teams to ensure program success.
AerospaceInternetSatellite CommunicationTelecommunications
Responsibilities
Develop integrated schedule for Ground infrastructure and operations including antenna and hub system development, deployment and operation of our global antenna network
Drive priorities and execution of Ground development activities
Work cross-functionally with Engineering, Sales, Regulatory, Supply Chain and Finance to remove day-to-day execution obstacles and keep the program on schedule
Identify and drive risks to closure
Communicate and track progress effectively
Negotiate with internal stakeholders and work with international customers on Ground infrastructure development and mission operations
Develop company-wide program management processes and initiatives
Support trade studies, reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR), and anomaly resolution efforts
Qualification
Required
Expertise in developing and managing program schedules and complex interdependencies using tools like Smartsheet or Project
Bachelor of Science (or similar) degree in a related engineering discipline
Strong communication skills, both internal and external facing
Proven ability to work in an ambiguous, fast paced environment, overcome obstacles with creative solutions, and clearly document/communicate tactical plans
>5 years engineering experience on large complex hardware, software and operations programs
>3 years engineering management or project management experience
Experience deploying and scaling operations and infrastructure internationally
U.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, Or Refugee/Asylee Status Required
Preferred
Familiarity with Smartsheet, Jira, and Confluence
Experience in the satellite communication industry or related fields is a plus
Experience with US Government satellite architectures and requirements
Experience with telecommunications and networks
Benefits
Equity in the form of incentive stock options
High quality company-subsidized healthcare
Disability and life insurance benefits
Flexible PTO
401(K) retirement
Free on-site catered meals
Company
Astranis Space Technologies
Astranis builds low-cost satellites for high orbits. Our first product, MicroGEO, offers the world’s lowest-cost satellite broadband.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$753.5MKey Investors
Andreessen HorowitzBlackRockVenrock
2024-07-24Series D· $200M
2023-04-14Series Unknown· $200M
2023-04-14Debt Financing
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