The Senior Satellite Program Manager will lead the execution of complex spacecraft and mission programs from contract award to on-orbit delivery, overseeing schedule, cost, risk, and coordination across engineering, manufacturing, and launch activities in a hands-on leadership role.
Key Responsibilities
Lead execution of complex spacecraft and mission programs from contract award through on-orbit delivery
Establish a credible program baseline and drive disciplined execution across engineering, manufacturing, AIT, launch, and suppliers
Build and own Integrated Master Schedules (IMS)
Manage program cost and risk
Act as the primary execution interface to customers and internal leadership
Requirements
Lead execution of complex spacecraft and mission programs from contract award through on-orbit delivery, establishing a credible program baseline and driving disciplined execution across engineering, manufacturing, AIT, launch, and suppliers.
Build and own Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) for spacecraft and mission programs.
Manage program cost and risk throughout the project lifecycle.
Act as the primary execution interface to customers and internal leadership, ensuring clear communication and coordination.
Possess hands-on leadership experience in program execution, not just coordination roles.
Have experience in leading programs from contract award to on-orbit delivery of spacecraft and mission systems.
Benefits & Perks
Compensation/salary range (not specified but implied as part of the job posting)
Work schedule (not explicitly specified)
Work environment perks (international offices in San Francisco, CA, Golden, CO, and Toulouse, France)
Opportunity to lead complex spacecraft and mission programs
Involvement in innovative space infrastructure projects
Access to existing space infrastructure and satellite buses
Participation in end-to-end mission deployment as a service
Work with a growing fleet of satellites and proven technologies