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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.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading complex, high-value programs with strategic planning and cross-functional coordination
- Serving as the primary customer interface for strategic engagements, program reviews, executive briefings, and contractual discussions
- Overseeing product development, manufacturing, production, integration, and customer delivery activities
- Evaluating program performance and implementing strategies to improve execution and customer satisfaction
- Leading integrated program teams across Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, Finance, Product Management, and Business Development
- Identifying and mitigating program risks, dependencies, and resource constraints
- Communicating program performance, risks, financial status, and strategic recommendations to executive leadership and customers
- Developing program management frameworks, reporting tools, governance processes, and performance metrics
- Supporting continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen program execution and operational effectiveness
- Ensuring compliance with contractual requirements, company procedures, and customer expectations
You will work in a dynamic, cross-functional environment with hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work opportunities. This role requires strategic thinking to balance customer objectives, contractual commitments, business priorities, and program execution.
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 with ability to lead multiple complex programs simultaneously
- Effective communication, influencing, and collaboration skills across all organizational levels and external customers
- Attention to detail in managing contractual performance, financial objectives, integrated schedules, and program 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)
- Demonstrates commercial insight by balancing customer success, program performance, financial objectives, and long-term business growth
- U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status required to comply with U.S. Government Space Technology Export Regulations
