Our mission is driven by an unyielding commitment to advancing space-based technology in service of our customers and safeguarding national security. We seek individuals who are passionate about innovating beyond boundaries and relentlessly pursuing solutions that protect, preserve and empower – to join us in this critical mission.  

We’re looking for team members who align with our values, mission and goals – while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Translates functional plans into operational plans; identifies and executes operational initiatives. 

• Ensures execution in accordance with financial plans; accountable for area budgets. 

• Embodies our culture and great leadership; leads and supports change initiatives. 

• Manages activities of two or more disciplines or a department, providing direct supervision to managers or individual contributors. 

• Drives the strategy and success of larger projects which contribute to multiple areas of the organization. 

• Translates functional plans into operational objectives to deliver results, providing guidance to subordinates. 

• Contributes to financial planning and executes according to plans, goals, and priorities. Accountable for select budgets. 

• Interacts regularly with leadership, including executive level, on cross-functional and/or customer matters requiring the ability to persuade in sensitive and complex situations. 

• Works on issues where analysis of situations or data requires conceptual thinking and an in-depth knowledge of organizational objectives. 

• Upholds and models company values; holds others accountable to values. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires bachelor’s degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree). 

• Typically, 8+ years of relevant work experience with a significant portion in a managerial or leadership role. Proven track record of successfully managing large teams and complex projects. 

• Upholds and models company values; ability to hold others accountable to values. 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 

• Able to translate functional plans into operational plans; identifies and executes operational initiatives. 

• In-depth knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and best practices. 

• Strong financial acumen and budget management skills. 

• Experience supporting organizational changes. 

• Current security clearance or the ability to obtain and hold a clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in a relevant field. 

• Extensive experience in the production of Satellites and Spacecraft Components. 

• Demonstrated ability to lead through change and drive continuous improvement initiatives. 

• Strong analytical skills and experience with data-driven decision-making. 

• Familiarity with advanced project management tools and methodologies. 

• Proven ability to interact effectively with executive leadership and external stakeholders. 

• Familiarity with Lean, Six-sigma, and/or Theory of Constraints Manufacturing Principles

• Understanding of Assembly, Integration and Test practices

• Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense or US Military

Pay Range:

Your actual base compensation will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, experience, internal equity and market competitiveness.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.