Spacecraft Program Manager (TS//SCI)

1 hour, 54 minutes ago
Full-time
Senior
Project and Program Management

K2 Space Corporation

K2 Space builds high-powered satellite platforms and satellite buses for missions across LEO, MEO, and GEO, emphasizing higher payload power, large payload mass, vertical integration, and in-house manufacturing.

Defense and Space Manufacturing
51-200
Founded 2022
$180M raised

Description

  • Serve as the primary customer interface and align mission requirements with K2 Space’s technology offerings.
  • Shape new opportunities and program architectures in collaboration with stakeholders.
  • Lead programs from early business development and proposal phases through integration, test, launch, and on-orbit operations.
  • Oversee contract award through mission execution and contract fulfillment.
  • Lead proposal efforts with attention to technical feasibility, cost-effectiveness, and alignment with engineering objectives.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to assess vehicle readiness, manage technical and contractual changes, and mitigate risks.
  • Lead customer reviews, deliver technical briefings, negotiate requirements, and maintain relationships with government stakeholders.
  • Operate effectively in a fast-moving startup environment with agility, autonomy, and proactive problem-solving.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or science discipline.
  • 5+ years of experience in program management, systems engineering, or operations of government programs.
  • Deep understanding of launch vehicles, spacecraft, or other aerospace systems.
  • Active Top Secret or Top Secret SCI clearance.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
  • Master’s degree or PhD in an engineering or science discipline (preferred).
  • 10+ years of experience in program management, project management, systems engineering, or operations (preferred).
  • Experience with spacecraft mission design, development, integration, and/or test (preferred).
  • Experience with management or program leadership (preferred).
  • Experience with contracts and contract negotiations (preferred).
  • Experience working in the U.S. national security community as a service member, civil servant, or contractor (preferred).
  • Demonstrated track record of project ownership and successful execution (preferred).
  • Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.

Benefits

  • Base salary range of $125,000 to $185,000, plus equity.
  • Comprehensive benefits package.
  • Paid time off.
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Life insurance.
  • Paid parental leave.
  • Additional perks and benefits.

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