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CesiumAstro creates out-of-the-box communication systems for space and airborne platforms.
The Role
Lead program execution for satellite and RF communication projects, owning cost, schedule, technical performance, risk management, and customer interactions. Establish baselines, track metrics, produce estimates to completion, and mentor program staff while helping build a program management office and standard processes.
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Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
At CesiumAstro, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.
We are looking to add a Senior Program Manager to our team. If you enjoy working in a startup environment and managing multiple fast paced projects at once, we would like to hear from you.
In this position, you will be responsible for program performance and day-to-day execution, including concept development, implementation, production, modification, integration and test, and delivery. You will be the single point of contact for customer interactions including program management reviews, customer bi-weekly reviews, and major program reviews.
This position works collaboratively with all functional organizations at CesiumAstro to ensure the success of the program using risk and opportunity management framework in guiding decisions to meet program objectives. You will serve as the primary program leader for all activities, with responsibilities for cost, schedule, and adherence to technical performance requirements.
The Senior Program Manager will establish program management baselines (integrated master plans and resource loaded schedules) to task the team, measures program performance, and monitors progress to generate latest revised estimates and estimates to completion. The Senior Program Manager will provide these inputs to customers, CesiumAstro leadership, and internal finance teams for revenue recognition. A successful candidate understands how to effectively use program and engineering metrics to make data driven decisions.
This position will assist the Director of Programs in establishing standard processes, practices for consistency across the portfolio of programs. As a senior member of the programs team, you will also help in hiring and mentorship of program engineers to developing a program management office.
JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum of 12 years of Program Management or Subcontract Management Experience.
- Bachelor of Science (BS) or Master of Science (MS) degree in a relevant engineering field (Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, etc.) from an accredited university or institution.
- Experience in the aerospace industry as a system or design engineer.
- Familiarity with RF, communication, or satellite systems.
- Experience managing cross functional and decentralized teams.
- Relevant CAM, risk management, EVMS, and risk based assessment experience.
- Experience developing work break down structures, integrated master plans, and integrated master schedules.
- Experience managing programs with dynamic and multi-project interdependencies.
- Return-To-Green experience on one or more programs.
- Experience in NRE development programs.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
- Experience working with government/military customers.
- Experience in DoD Acquisition Process.
- Program Manager Certified.
CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills. Full-time employment offers include company stock options and a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, disability and retirement plans.
CesiumAstro is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Please note: CesiumAstro does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to CesiumAstro team members will be considered property of CesiumAstro, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.
Skills Required
- Minimum of 12 years of Program Management or Subcontract Management Experience.
- Bachelor or Master of Science degree in a relevant engineering field (Electrical, Mechanical, Systems, etc.).
- Experience in the aerospace industry as a system or design engineer.
- Familiarity with RF, communication, or satellite systems.
- Experience managing cross functional and decentralized teams.
- Relevant CAM, risk management, EVMS, and risk based assessment experience.
- Experience developing work breakdown structures, integrated master plans, and integrated master schedules.
- Experience managing programs with dynamic and multi-project interdependencies.
- Return-To-Green experience on one or more programs.
- Experience in NRE development programs.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience working with government/military customers.
- Experience in DoD Acquisition Process.
- Program Manager Certified.
CesiumAstro Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about CesiumAstro and has not been reviewed or approved by CesiumAstro.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, plus FSAs and mental health benefits. Feedback suggests the health package is comprehensive for a growth-stage aerospace firm.
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Retirement Support — Offerings include a 401(k) with company matching and other retirement-plan elements. Feedback suggests core retirement mechanisms are in place alongside standard financial benefits.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Generous PTO, paid holidays, paid sick days, and bereavement leave are included. Feedback suggests time-off options are broad on paper across multiple leave types.
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The Company
What We Do
We build high-throughput, plug-and-play phased array communication payloads for space and airborne platforms. CesiumAstro’s full-stack, multi-mission hardware and software products enable a diverse range of commercial and defense objectives. Full-system engineering design is at the heart of every CesiumAstro product. We deliver high-performance solutions under rapid development timelines.
Why Work With Us
At CesiumAstro, we’re a team. We’re passionate, respectful, and determined colleagues ready to help at a moment’s notice. We’re mentors excited to enable our peers with the knowledge they need to succeed. Together, we’re visionaries committing to building memories that will last a lifetime.
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