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Lunar Outpost · 21 hours ago

Program Manager – Deputy LTVS Program Manager

Golden, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

15+ years exp

Lunar Outpost is an industry leader in space robotics and planetary vehicles, and they are seeking a Program Manager – Deputy LTVS Program Manager to contribute to their mission in a dynamic startup environment. In this role, you will execute the program vision to develop, build, and deliver a Lunar Terrain Vehicle to the surface of the Moon by 2029, while managing multiple projects and ensuring program deliverables meet customer needs.

AerospaceInformation TechnologyRobotics

No H1B

Responsibilities

Support the Program Manager in the orchestration of multiple projects key to the critical path of the program

Manage program milestone reviews by establishing review success criteria, planning peer reviews, managing stakeholder feedback, and tracking progress

Lead evaluation and maintenance of program schedule, budget, technical goals, and milestone readiness in collaboration with Integrated Product Team Leads and LTVS Chief Engineer

Track key performance indicators across the program

Interface with NASA to communicate program status and ensure program deliverables meet customer needs

Support team scaling and organization structure development

Improve program efficiency through refining execution processes and effectively prioritizing program-level tasking and objectives in response to new information

Keep human safety at the forefront of all program activities

Coordinate internal project activities and facilitate communication between project teams and supporting departments

Lead internal meetings to align priorities, surface risks, and troubleshoot blockers

Ensure documentation, reporting, and data are accurate and accessible to internal stakeholders

Monitor compliance with internal policies, procedures, and quality standards

Qualification

Spaceflight ExperienceProject ManagementLeadershipBudget ManagementProject Management ToolsCommunication SkillsProblem-SolvingSubcontractor ManagementEarned Value ManagementModel-Based Systems EngineeringOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementSelf-Motivated

Required

Bachelor's degree in engineering, or a related field

15+ years of project management or coordination experience in a technical or engineering environment, including management of scope, schedule, and budget

Experience with Class A spaceflight missions, human spaceflight, or human-rated vehicle development

Strong leadership history

Ability to understand customer vision, align priorities with company objectives, and translate this information into clear programmatic goals and objectives

Exceptional organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills

Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira)

Proven ability to work across multiple teams and balance competing priorities

Self-motivated, focused, and driven to meet critical deadlines

Subcontractor Management experience building a collaborative and innovative environment, establishing priorities, and driving execution within the program team

Excellent organization and time management skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

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