About the Organization

We are a U.S.-based global space technology and advanced aerospace systems enterprise developing next-generation satellite platforms, secure space communications networks, autonomous orbital systems, propulsion technologies, and mission-critical aerospace infrastructure supporting commercial and government partners.

Our programs span classified and commercial initiatives, multi-year R&D investments, and large-scale engineering collaborations across propulsion, avionics, software, and advanced materials disciplines. Operating in a high-complexity, high-precision environment, disciplined technical program governance is central to schedule integrity, budget control, regulatory compliance, and mission success.

As we scale advanced satellite constellations and next-generation aerospace platforms, structured cross-functional execution, risk mitigation, and milestone governance are essential to delivering innovation at enterprise scale.

We are seeking a strategic and execution-oriented Senior Manager of Technical Programs to lead cross-disciplinary program delivery, engineering integration governance, milestone management, and operational scalability, fully remote within the United States.

This is not a project coordination role. This is a large-scale technical execution leadership mandate.

Job Function

The Senior Manager of Technical Programs will oversee complex aerospace and space technology programs, integrating engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and compliance teams to ensure disciplined schedule, cost, and technical performance delivery.

This leader ensures mission-critical program milestones are achieved within regulatory, budgetary, and contractual frameworks.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end technical program governance across satellite, propulsion, and aerospace platform initiatives

• Establish and manage multi-year program roadmaps, schedules, and risk mitigation plans

• Align cross-functional engineering teams with integrated milestone delivery frameworks

• Oversee cost control, earned value management (EVM), and budget performance tracking

• Implement risk management dashboards and technical issue escalation protocols

• Coordinate design reviews, systems integration checkpoints, and compliance validation

• Align supply chain readiness with engineering development cycles

• Manage program-level stakeholder communications and reporting

• Support regulatory and export compliance adherence for aerospace initiatives

• Develop KPI dashboards measuring schedule performance, technical readiness, and cost variance

• Present program status updates to executive leadership and federal stakeholders

• Mentor technical program managers and cross-functional leaders

Strategic Support

• Advise the VP of Engineering on program portfolio prioritization and resource allocation

• Support proposal development for new aerospace and defense contracts

• Contribute to M&A technical integration assessments

• Align program execution with long-term R&D and product innovation strategy

• Strengthen the digital transformation of program management tools and analytics platforms

• Guide scalability planning for next-generation aerospace system deployments

Job Qualifications and Requirements

• 12+ years of progressive technical program management experience

• 7+ years within aerospace, defense, space systems, or advanced engineering environments

• Proven track record managing large-scale, multi-disciplinary technical programs

• Strong expertise in systems engineering integration and risk management

• Experience working within regulated environments (ITAR/EAR familiarity preferred)

• Demonstrated success in delivering complex programs within cost and schedule constraints

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in Engineering or Business preferred

• PMP or equivalent certification strongly preferred

Personal Capabilities and Qualifications

• Strategic and systems-oriented technical leader

• Executive presence with strong cross-functional influence

• High accountability for milestone precision and delivery integrity

• Analytical and risk-aware decision-maker

• Calm under pressure in high-complexity technical environments

• Governance-focused with a disciplined execution mindset

• Strong communication skills for executive and stakeholder reporting

• Ability to lead distributed engineering and program teams effectively

Working Conditions

• Fully Remote – United States

• Periodic domestic travel to integration facilities and program reviews (20–30%)

• High-accountability role tied to schedule performance, cost control, and technical readiness KPIs

• Executive-level visibility within engineering and program leadership

• Collaboration across distributed national engineering, manufacturing, and regulatory teams

Compensation & Benefits

Total Compensation Package: $280,000 – $380,000 USD

Compensation Includes:

• Competitive base salary within stated range

• Performance-based annual incentive aligned with program delivery metrics

• Long-term incentive eligibility, where applicable

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage

• 401(k) with employer contribution

• Remote work flexibility and home office support

• Professional certification reimbursement and leadership development resources

• Generous PTO and paid holidays

Why Join Us

• Lead technical programs shaping next-generation space and aerospace innovation

• Influence mission-critical systems supporting global communications and national security

• Partner with executive leadership, driving advanced engineering expansion

• Competitive compensation aligned with measurable program impact

• Opportunity to strengthen enterprise-scale program governance in a rapidly evolving space technology environment