Akima

Program Manager I

Akima$150K — $170K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years in satellite or aerospace mission operations
  • Experience in leadership or program management in a 24/7 environment
  • PMP Certification preferred
  • Bachelor’s degree in management or IT-related field preferred
  • DMSP Satellite Operations Certification preferred

Responsibilities

  • Manage daily operations and personnel at NSOC DMSP operations.
  • Act as the primary liaison with key program stakeholders including NOAA and mission partners.
  • Oversee spacecraft operation and ensure mission assurance and anomaly responses.
  • Direct staffing, scheduling, and training for operational preparedness.
  • Lead contingency and Continuity of Operations (COOP) planning efforts.
  • Support operational reviews and quality management activities.
  • Ensure adherence to security and contractual obligations.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance coverage
  • 401(k) plan with company contributions
  • Voluntary benefits options
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) for full-time and part-time employees
Full Job Description
Description

Five Rivers Analytics, an Akima company, is hiring a Program Manager I to support the Satellite Control Network Operations, Remote Site and Mission Partner Support (STORMS) contract at Suitland, MD.The Program Manager serves as the on-site contractor leader and program manager responsible for overall management, execution, and technical oversight of 24/7/365 DMSP spacecraft operations at the NOAA Satellite Operations Center (NSOC). Responsible for operational leadership, customer engagement, staffing oversight, mission assurance, anomaly response coordination, Continuity of Operations (COOP) readiness, quality management, and compliance with all operational and contractual requirements supporting Mission Delta 2 and 19 SDS OL-A.

 

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Responsibilities
  • Provide daily operational and personnel management for NSOC DMSP operations support.
  • Serve as primary interface to the Government Program Manager, COR, NOAA leadership, and mission partners.
  • Oversee spacecraft operations, mission assurance, anomaly response, and operational reporting.
  • Manage staffing, scheduling, training, certification tracking, and operational readiness.
  • Lead contingency operations and COOP planning activities.
  • Support PMRs, quality management activities, and operational reviews.
  • Ensure compliance with security, OPSEC, COMSEC, and contractual requirements.
  • Support anomaly investigations, operational review boards, and mission-impacting events.
  • Earn operations certifications credentials and perform operational duties when necessary.
Qualifications
  • Minimum 10 years of experience supporting satellite operations, spacecraft operations, aerospace mission operations, or government space operations programs.
  • leadership or program management responsibilities within a 24/7 operational environment.

Desired Qualifications:

  • PMP Certification.
  • Bachelor's degree in management or IT related field.
  • DMSP Satellite Operations Certifications.
Benefits InformationRegular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees. Pay Range$150,000 - $170,000 Job ID2026-23319 Work TypeOn-Site

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