Aerospace Program Coordinator (TS Clearable)

Stratolaunch; Mojave (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Maternity and Parental Leave

401(k) 50% match up to $11,500

Job summary

Stratolaunch seeks a Project Coordinator to join our defense/aerospace program office in Mojave, CA. This role coordinates cross‑functional program activities, tracks milestones, and maintains documentation to ensure on‑time, within‑scope delivery.

You will closely collaborate with engineering, operations, procurement, and finance while maintaining clear communication with customers. The ideal candidate has 2–5 years in comparable roles, U.S.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in program coordination, project management, or related roles within defense, aerospace, or high‑technology companies.
• Experience supporting large, multi‑disciplinary programs or projects.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in cross‑functional teams.
• U.S. Citizenship required for certain positions due to government contracts.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a TS security clearance.
• Demonstrated ability to lead in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment and drive organizational change.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day program activities and ensure alignment with program objectives and schedules.
• Track action items, deliverables, and milestones across multiple workstreams.
• Maintain and update program documentation, schedules, and status trackers.
• Serve as a liaison between engineering, operations, procurement, finance, and other departments.
• Facilitate effective communication and information flow among all program stakeholders.
• Support the integration of cross‑functional inputs into program plans and deliverables.
• Act as a primary point of contact for customer inquiries and routine communications.
• Gather, document, and address customer needs, ensuring timely follow‑up and resolution.
• Support the preparation and delivery of customer status reports, presentations, and briefings.
• Prepare regular program status reports for the Program Director and internal leadership.
• Document meeting minutes, action items, and key decisions.
• Assist in the preparation of program review materials and executive briefings.
• Monitor program risks and issues, escalating to the Program Director as needed.
• Support risk mitigation and issue resolution activities.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement within program coordination activities.
• Support the implementation of best practices and new tools to enhance program efficiency.
• Domestic travel as required to support program and customer meetings (<10%).

Skills

MS Office

Jira

MS Project

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related

Tools

MS Project

Jira

Job description

Stratolaunch seeks a Project Coordinator to join our defense/aerospace program office in Mojave, CA. This role coordinates cross‑functional program activities, tracks milestones, and maintains documentation to ensure on‑time, within‑scope delivery.

You will closely collaborate with engineering, operations, procurement, and finance while maintaining clear communication with customers. The ideal candidate has 2–5 years in comparable roles, U.S.