Mission Manager, Starship Crew and Cargo Programs
Location
Hawthorne, CA
Level
Mid-Level
Department
Aerospace & Space
Type
Salary
$125,000 - $175,000
Job Description
Posted on:
2026-01-08
Responsibilities
- Develop and certify human spaceflight vehicles and systems for lunar and Mars missions.
- Collaborate with teams to integrate design and implementation for mission success.
- Drive readiness of vehicles, cargo, and crew while managing changes impacting requirements and schedules.
- Summarize technical content on designs, trade studies, and risks.
- Present technical content to internal and customer audiences.
- Coordinate customer forums and ensure deliverables meet expectations.
- Guide the development and maintenance of Starship product lines.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, physics, or science.
- 5+ years of industry experience.
- 5+ years of technical project management experience.
- 4+ years of experience with hardware or software technical projects.
- Strong communication skills with experience in negotiating technical deliverables.
- Technical knowledge in engineering subsystems (e.g., avionics, propulsion).
- Experience with government, NASA, or commercial space programs.
