Mission Manager, Starship Crew and Cargo Programs
Location
Hawthorne, CA
Level
Senior-Level
Department
Aerospace & Space
Type
Salary
$125,000 - $175,000
Job Description
Posted on:
2026-01-29
Responsibilities
- Work with internal and external stakeholders to develop and certify human spaceflight vehicles and systems for missions.
- Collaborate with engineering, production, and operations groups to ensure readiness of vehicles and crew.
- Present technical content to internal, customer, and executive audiences.
- Coordinate customer forums and ensure deliverables are met on time.
- Guide technical development of Starship product lines for current and future missions.
- Serve as the Mission Manager for major flight tests and milestones.
- Develop and improve program management processes for future missions.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, or science.
- 5+ years of industry experience and technical project management experience.
- Experience working hands-on with hardware or software technical projects.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Significant technical knowledge in engineering subsystems.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, demanding environment.
- Willingness to travel and work extended hours as needed.
