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Quantum Space · 18 hours ago

Space Element Program Manager

positionHawthorne, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level, Lead/Staff
date8+ years exp
Quantum Space is redefining mobility and maneuverability in space. They are seeking a Space Element Program Manager to lead cost, schedule, and technical execution for advanced spacecraft and propulsion elements supporting national security and missile defense programs.
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Responsibilities

Own cost, schedule, and technical performance for integrated spacecraft and propulsion elements supporting national security missions
Lead cross-functional execution across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, integration, and test
Drive integrated plans, milestones, and delivery commitments across multiple vehicle elements
Identify program risks and implement mitigation plans to maintain schedule and performance
Support technical reviews, customer engagements, and internal program reporting

Qualification

Aerospace program managementCostSchedule managementCross-functional team leadershipSpace vehicle experienceRapid development programsTechnical reviewsCustomer engagementRisk managementMission-driven environment

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline
8+ years of aerospace program management experience on complex systems
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams to deliver hardware and flight systems
Experience driving schedules, budgets, and execution discipline
Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment
To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including ITAR, applicants must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual per 8 U.S. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State

Preferred

Space vehicle, interceptor, or missile defense program experience
Experience with rapid development programs and aggressive execution timelines
Active U.S. security clearance or eligibility to obtain one

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Generous leave
HSA
401(k) matching
Equity sharing

Company

Quantum Space

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Quantum Space provides data buy services, deploys spacecraft, and performs space logistics for partners.
dateFounded in 2021
location
Rockville, Maryland, USA
people-size11-50 employees
web-link
https://quantumspace.us/

Funding

Current Stage
Early Stage
Total Funding
$16.06M
Key Investors
Sporos Capital PartnersMaryland Department of CommercePrime Movers Lab
2025-03-11Private Equity
2025-02-19Grant· $0.06M
2024-06-25Grant· $1M

Leadership Team

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Benjamin Reed
Co-Founder and CIO
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