The Aerospace Corporation · 16 hours ago
Senior Technical Program Manager – Commercial Cloud, Cybersecurity, & AI
El Segundo, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$171K/yr - $257K/yr
12+ years expThe Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. They are seeking a Senior Technical Program Manager to lead engagements with government customers and commercial cloud, cyber, and AI technology vendors, focusing on strategy, planning, and execution for these collaborations.
National DefenseAerospaceGovernmentInnovation ManagementMilitary
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Own the strategy, planning, and execution for engagements between The Aerospace Corporation, government customers, and commercial cloud, cyber, and AI technology vendors
Work with senior leaders from Aerospace, government, and commercial partners to influence space missions and build new partnerships
Collaborate with cloud, cyber, and AI experts and leadership across departments to build cross-functional technical teams to achieve project goals
Lead teams researching cutting edge cloud, cyber, and AI technologies and developing prototypes to demonstrate and benchmark their capabilities for government space missions
Lead deep technical discussions with government customers and cloud, cyber, and AI vendors to ensure solutions are designed for successful deployment in cloud
Work across corporate stakeholders to assess cloud environment needs for commercial cloud, cyber, and AI research and prototyping
Collaborate with mission owners to integrate space-based platforms (e.g., small satellites) into cloud, cyber, and AI research and prototyping environments
Create and deliver presentations to internal teams, executives, and external stakeholders
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, software engineering, or a related STEM field
At least 12 years of experience working with software, IT systems, and related technologies
At least 5 years of experience working with cloud, cybersecurity, and AI systems
Proven track record of leading engineering teams, coordinating complex technical tasks among team members, and translating customer needs into viable instructions for engineers
Demonstrated ability to initiate and complete tasks, learn new technical approaches, and interact effectively with a broad range of organizations
Successful history of promoting positive team dynamics, mentoring team members, and working effectively with multidisciplinary teams
In depth knowledge of project management disciplines including scope, schedule, budget, quality, roadmaps, and risk management
In depth knowledge and hands on experience with at least one public cloud vendor (e.g., Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform)
Experience in designing, developing, implementing, operating, and evolving cloud, cyber, and AI systems to support customers
Willing to travel domestically to work locations, customer sites, and conferences up to 25%, if required
This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance
Preferred
Advanced degree in Computer Science or a related STEM field
Certifications related to cloud computing (e.g., AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect, Google Cloud Engineer)
Certifications related to cybersecurity (e.g., Security+, CISSP)
Knowledge of government technology acquisition processes
Knowledge of commercial technology vendor product lifecycles
Familiarity with satellite and ground systems architectures
Active security clearance issued by the U.S. Government
Benefits
Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
Flexible spending accounts
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
Relocation assistance
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
Education assistance programs
An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect
Company
The Aerospace Corporation
As the government’s preeminent space innovation partner, Aerospace brings technical expertise to advance the nation's missions in space.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Tanya Pemberton
President & CEO
Ashley Kowalski
Project Leader - International Partnerships
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