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CesiumAstro is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead complex, high-value programs focused on advanced communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and airborne platforms. The Skylark product line specializes in active phased array antennas (AESA) for terrestrial and airborne applications, spanning high-power ground terminals for missile defense to commercial airline and helicopter connectivity solutions.
In this role, you will serve as a strategic program management advisor, driving successful execution through integrated planning, customer engagement, and cross-functional leadership. You will work across Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, Finance, Product Management, Business Development, and customers to ensure programs are delivered on schedule, within budget, and to customer expectations.
Key responsibilities include:
- Developing integrated program strategies, execution plans, schedules, 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
- Serving as the primary customer interface for strategic engagements and leading customer reviews, executive briefings, and contractual discussions
- Leading integrated program teams across multiple functions and influencing cross-functional decision-making
- Identifying and mitigating program risks, dependencies, and resource constraints
- Coordinating proposal transitions, contract execution, production readiness, and lifecycle support
- Developing program management frameworks, reporting tools, governance processes, and performance metrics
- Supporting continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen execution and customer satisfaction
- Ensuring compliance with contractual requirements and company procedures
You will communicate program performance, risks, and financial status to executive leadership and customers, building long-term relationships that strengthen confidence and future business opportunities.
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 to manage multiple complex programs simultaneously
- Effective communication, influencing, and collaboration skills across all organizational levels
- Attention to detail in contractual performance, financial objectives, schedules, and documentation
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
- Experience with program and project management applications (Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Jira, Primavera, or equivalent)
- Experience with business intelligence and reporting tools (Power BI, Tableau, or equivalent)
- Strategic thinking and commercial insight to balance customer success, program performance, and business growth
Note: Applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, conditional resident, asylee, or refugee, or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State to comply with U.S. Government Space Technology Export Regulations.
