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CesiumAstro · 1 month ago

Senior Program Manager - Space Systems

Westminster, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$177K/yr - $228K/yr

12+ years exp

CesiumAstro is a pioneering company in out-of-the-box communication systems for space and airborne platforms. They are seeking a Senior Program Manager to oversee program performance, manage customer interactions, and collaborate with various teams to ensure project success in a dynamic environment.

AerospaceDronesSatellite CommunicationSpace Travel

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Program performance and day-to-day execution, including concept development, implementation, production, modification, integration and test, and delivery

Single point of contact for customer interactions including program management reviews, customer bi-weekly reviews, and major program reviews

Collaboratively work with all functional organizations to ensure the success of the program using risk and opportunity management framework

Serve as the primary program leader for all activities, with responsibilities for cost, schedule, and adherence to technical performance requirements

Establish program management baselines (integrated master plans and resource loaded schedules) to task the team

Measure program performance and monitor progress to generate latest revised estimates and estimates to completion

Provide inputs to customers, CesiumAstro leadership, and internal finance teams for revenue recognition

Assist the Director of Programs in establishing standard processes and practices for consistency across the portfolio of programs

Help in hiring and mentorship of program engineers to develop a program management office

Qualification

Program ManagementAerospace Industry ExperienceRisk ManagementIntegrated Master PlansCommunication SystemsWork Breakdown StructuresCross Functional Team ManagementReturn-To-Green ExperienceDoD Acquisition ProcessProgram Manager CertifiedOrganizational SkillsWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationMentorship

Required

Minimum of 12 years of Program Management or Subcontract Management Experience

Bachelor of Science (BS) or Master of Science (MS) degree in a relevant engineering field (Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, etc.) from an accredited university or institution

Experience in the aerospace industry as a system or design engineer

Familiarity with RF, communication, or satellite systems

Experience managing cross functional and decentralized teams

Relevant CAM, risk management, EVMS, and risk based assessment experience

Experience developing work break down structures, integrated master plans, and integrated master schedules

Experience managing programs with dynamic and multi-project interdependencies

Return-To-Green experience on one or more programs

Experience in NRE development programs

Excellent organizational skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills