Program Manager

Busek Co Inc

$110K — $180K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering preferred.
  • Program Management experience for multi-year projects over $5M.
  • Success in integrating complex products into production.
  • Experience managing product development through gated reviews (PDR, CDR).
  • Technical background to communicate with engineering teams.
  • Proficiency in MS Project and Project Management tools.
  • Experience in Government-funded R&D and production environments.

Responsibilities

  • Manage aerospace projects with partners and spacecraft primes.
  • Ensure program execution meets cost, schedule, and performance goals.
  • Present project status, risks, and budget to stakeholders.
  • Coordinate with engineering and management teams to meet project requirements.
  • Develop relationships with customers and stakeholders.
  • Assist with project bids and reviews.

Benefits

  • Performance bonuses
  • 401K
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Long-term and short-term disability
  • Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
  • Education assistance
Full Job Description
Summary:

As a Program Manager, you will oversee the planning, development, and execution of projects to meet customer specifications and deadlines for space missions. This role requires experience in leading large-scale projects and working cross-functionally to deliver reliable technical solutions.

How You Will Make an Impact:
  • Manage complex aerospace projects with key partners and spacecraft primes.
  • Ensure program execution meets cost, schedule, and performance goals.
  • Present project status, risks, and budget statistics to customers and management.
  • Coordinate with engineering, management, and production teams to ensure project requirements align with contracts.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with customers and stakeholders.
  • Assist with project bids and reviews.

Desired Experience:
  • Bachelor's Degree in engineering preferred.
  • Experience with Program Management, including scheduling and cost management for multi-year programs valued at $5M+.
  • Proven success in integrating complex products into production processes.
  • Experience managing product development through gated reviews (PDR, CDR).
  • Functional technical background for effective communication with engineering teams.
  • Proficiency in Project Management Tools like MS Project.
  • Experience in Government-funded R&D and production environments (e.g., NASA, DARPA, DoD).
The expected salary range for this position is $110,000 - $180,000. Actual compensation will be determined by the candidate's experience, education, and alignment with organizational needs.
Benefits:
  • Performance bonuses
  • 401K
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Long-term and short-term disability
  • Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
  • Education assistance

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