Job Description
The Engineering Program Manager at Planet is responsible for leading satellite development programs, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring project execution from planning through launch. This role requires strong technical expertise and excellent organizational skills to drive productivity and solve problems in a collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead satellite development programs from planning through launch.
- Manage workflow and track evolving requirements.
- Develop project schedules and budgets, tracking performance.
- Oversee execution of technical plans with internal and external teams.
- Collaborate with external stakeholders to manage deliverables and milestones.
- Ensure efficient execution of all program phases.
- Coordinate schedules and status updates with engineering teams.
- Drive productivity and progress on concurrent projects.
- Develop tools and processes to improve engineering productivity.
- Drive root cause problem-solving and eliminate blocking issues.
Requirements
- BA/BS in a technically relevant field.
- 6 years of relevant experience.
- Experience in an engineering project management role for the development of software or hardware systems in a cross-functional, cross-organizational context.
- Experience working with and managing external partners, suppliers, vendors, and customers to drive program success.
- Excellent communication and facilitation skills, including externally to customers.
- Experience leading operational projects from evaluation and design to execution.
- Ability to be self-motivated and enthusiastic with proven creative and critical thinking capabilities.
- This position requires access to export-controlled information, and as such, employment or hiring of a contractor is contingent upon the candidate's ability to access all applicable export-controlled information without additional export licensing being required by the Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls.
Benefits & Perks
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution
Generous Paid Time Off in addition to holidays and company-wide days off
16 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave
Remote-friendly work environment
Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Home Office Reimbursement
Monthly Phone and Internet Reimbursement
Tuition Reimbursement and access to LinkedIn Learning
Equity
Commuter Benefits if local to an office
Volunteering Paid Time Off
US base salary range of 144,500 - 180,600 USD
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