Senior Technical Program Manager, Astranis

• Expertise in developing and managing program schedules and complex interdependencies using tools like Smartsheet or Project
• Bachelor of Science (or similar) degree in an Engineering discipline
• Excellent communication skills, both internal and external facing
• Proven ability to work in an ambiguous, fast paced environment, overcome obstacles with creative solutions, and clearly document/communicate tactical plans
• >7 years engineering experience on large complex hardware programs
• >3 years engineering management or program/project management experience
• U.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, or Refugee/Asylee Status Required
• (To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the United States, or other protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3))

Desirable

• As the Technical Program Manager for a future block of satellites, you will drive all aspects of program execution from the design phase through production and launch
• You will work with all internal functional groups at Astranis as well as our customers and launch provider to ensure our satellites are built successfully and launched on time
• This is a high-impact, high-visibility position within the Technical Program Management team in Engineering
• Develop integrated schedule with measurable milestones for the program
• Drive priorities and execution of spacecraft development activities
• Work cross-functionally with Engineering, Production, Sales, Supply Chain and Finance to remove day-to-day execution obstacles and keep the program on schedule
• Identify and drive risks to closure
• Communicate and track progress effectively
• Negotiate with internal stakeholders and develop negotiation strategies for external partners
• Develop company-wide program management processes and initiatives
• Potential for 55 hours per week