Location: On-site in Washington D.C area
Clearance Required:
Active TS/SCI or SAP eligibilityJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly capable
Space Systems Senior Program Manager to directly support a U.S. Air Force or Space Force Program Office in the execution of a critical space program of national importance. The selected candidate will serve as a strategic advisor to government leadership and support all aspects of program execution, from acquisition strategy and budget planning to stakeholder engagement and systems engineering.
This role requires close collaboration with government personnel and stakeholders across multiple technical domains, such as Space Sensors, Space Vehicles, Space Ground Control Systems, Space Communications, Launch Base Operations, and Launch Vehicles.
Key Responsibilities- Serve as a key advisor to the Government Program Manager on technical, strategic, and operational aspects of the program.
- Support all phases of acquisition lifecycle execution, including milestone preparation, contract planning, and documentation.
- Assist with budget planning, forecasting, and execution in alignment with DoD financial management practices.
- Contribute to system architecture development and systems engineering integration efforts.
- Manage and monitor program schedules, risks, and interdependencies.
- Support senior leader engagements and develop high-quality stakeholder communications.
- Ensure compliance with program security requirements and support SAP-related program controls and protocols.
- Experience:
- 8+ years of experience in Air Force or Space Force program management OR direct industry program management in support of DoD space missions.
- Experience supporting programs in any of the following areas:
- Space Sensors
- Space Vehicles
- Space Ground Control Systems
- Space Communication Systems
- Launch Base Operations or Space Launch Vehicles
- At least 3 years of experience within the last 5 years supporting programs withTS/SCI or SAP-level responsibilities
- Education: Bachelor's degree
- Skills:
- Strong understanding of DoD acquisition lifecycleand program execution processes.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively across multi-disciplinary teams and with senior leadership.
- Familiarity with PPBE, systems engineering, schedule management, and program security.
Preferred Qualifications- Bachelor's degree (mentioned above) in STEM, Business, or relevant area of study
- Master's degree in a relevant technical or business discipline.
- Prior experience supporting Special Access Programs (SAPs) or Space Rapid Capabilities Offices (Space RCO).
- Professional certifications such as PMP, DAWIA Level II/III, or INCOSE CSEP.
(Position Code: 8.25.10)
