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CesiumAstro is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead complex, high-value programs for satellite communication systems, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. This is a strategic role requiring hands-on program execution and cross-functional leadership.
In this position, you will serve as a key program management advisor, driving successful program execution through strategic planning, customer engagement, and integrated leadership across Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, Finance, Product Management, and Business Development. You will be the primary customer interface for complex programs, leading customer reviews, executive briefings, and contractual discussions while building long-term relationships that strengthen confidence and future business opportunities.
Key responsibilities include:
- Developing integrated program strategies, execution plans, schedules, milestones, and performance objectives for complex programs
- Evaluating program performance across cost, schedule, technical, quality, and contractual dimensions
- Overseeing product development, manufacturing, production, integration, and customer delivery activities
- Providing strategic direction aligned with organizational priorities
- Leading integrated program teams and influencing cross-functional decision-making
- Evaluating program risks, dependencies, and resource constraints while implementing mitigation strategies
- Coordinating proposal transition, contract execution, production readiness, and lifecycle support
- Communicating program performance, risks, and financial status to executive leadership and customers
- Developing program management frameworks, reporting tools, governance processes, and performance metrics
- Supporting continuous improvement initiatives that enhance execution and customer satisfaction
- Ensuring compliance with contractual requirements and customer expectations
Note: This role requires U.S. citizenship or eligible immigration status per U.S. Government Space Technology Export Regulations.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Program Management, Operations Management, Supply Chain, or related field with 12–15 years of related experience; OR Master's degree with 8–12 years of related experience in program management, project management, operations, engineering, manufacturing, or related discipline
- Extensive knowledge of program management, customer relationship management, integrated product development, and operational execution
- Expertise in program lifecycle management, strategic planning, financial management, risk management, contract execution, and cross-functional leadership
- Proficiency with program management tools, ERP systems (Oracle, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, NetSuite, or equivalent), and business reporting applications
- Strong organizational skills managing multiple complex programs and strategic priorities
- Effective communication, influencing, and collaboration skills across all organizational functions
- Attention to detail in contractual performance, financial objectives, schedules, and documentation
- Commercial insight balancing customer success, program performance, financial objectives, and business growth
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
- Experience with program/project management applications (Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Jira, Primavera, or equivalent)
- Experience with business intelligence and reporting tools (Power BI, Tableau, or equivalent)
