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CesiumAstro develops advanced communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We are seeking a Senior Program Manager to serve as a key strategic advisor for complex, high-value programs.
In this role, you will lead end-to-end program execution across the full lifecycle—from proposal transition through contract execution, production readiness, product delivery, and lifecycle support. You will develop integrated program strategies, execution plans, schedules, and performance objectives while managing cost, schedule, technical, quality, and contractual requirements.
You will serve as the primary customer interface for complex programs, leading customer reviews, executive briefings, milestone reviews, and contractual discussions. You will build and maintain long-term customer relationships that strengthen confidence, program execution, and future business opportunities.
Working cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, Finance, Product Management, and Business Development, you will evaluate program performance, identify risks and dependencies, implement mitigation strategies, and influence cross-functional decision-making to achieve successful outcomes. You will communicate program performance, risks, financial status, and strategic recommendations to executive leadership and customers.
Additionally, you will spearhead initiatives to strengthen program management processes, develop integrated program management frameworks and reporting tools, establish governance processes and performance metrics, and support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance program execution and customer satisfaction.
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.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
- Program and project management applications (Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Jira, Primavera, or equivalent).
- Business intelligence and reporting tools (Power BI, Tableau, or equivalent).
- Strong organizational skills with ability to lead multiple complex programs and strategic priorities.
- Effective communication, influencing, and collaboration skills across all organizational functions and with customers.
- Attention to detail in managing contractual performance, financial objectives, integrated schedules, and program documentation.
- Strategic thinking that balances customer objectives, contractual commitments, business priorities, and program execution.
- Commercial insight that balances customer success, program performance, financial objectives, and long-term 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.
