Space Mission Program Manager
Location
Cedar Park, TX
Level
Manager / Director
Department
Aerospace & Space
Type
Salary
Job Description
Posted on:
2026-04-28
Responsibilities
- Lead program execution for on-time, on-budget delivery of space systems.
- Maintain schedules, risk lists, procurement plans, and budgets.
- Report regularly to the Senior Leadership Team and customers.
- Track internal and external deliverables and prepare design and progress reviews.
- Collaborate with Systems Engineers to ensure systems meet requirements and milestones.
- Identify programmatic and technical risks and develop mitigation strategies.
- Manage cross-functional teams in complex technical environments.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, management, or related experience.
- 5+ years of project management experience.
- Strong communication skills and ability to manage competing priorities.
- Experience in creating and managing detailed execution schedules.
- Ability to obtain a US Security Clearance (US Citizenship required).
- Master’s degree in engineering or similar field (desired).
- Proven ability to deliver on-time and on-budget, especially in aerospace environments.
