Deputy Program Manager

Auria Space; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 137,000 - 175,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

401(k) match

Education support

Job summary

Auria Space is seeking a full-time Deputy Program Manager for the HADES Program located at Kirtland AFB, NM. This role includes planning, execution, and management of program activities, essential for supporting national security missions.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, a Top Secret security clearance, and significant experience in managing complex programs. The compensation ranges from $137,000 to $175,700 based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience managing complex DoD or Federal programs.
• Active Top Secret security clearance with capability to obtain SCI and SAP access.
• Experience with mission management in technical environments.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and management of the HADES Program.
• Provide day-to-day leadership and oversight of program activities.
• Coordinate with Government stakeholders and technical teams.

Skills

Leadership and communication skills

Program management

Risk management

Technical execution

Resource planning

Mission support

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM, Business, or related discipline

Tools

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Job description

Auria is Looking to Hire a Deputy Program Manager

We are seeking a full-time Deputy Program Manager to support the Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems (HADES) Program at Kirtland AFB, NM.

The HADES Program provides maintenance, sustainment, development, integration, and test support for ground systems supporting experimental mission capabilities at the Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation Complex. The program supports existing capabilities and the development, integration, testing, and deployment of capabilities supporting new mission partners and emerging mission requirements within TS/SCI and Special Access Program environments.

What You Can Expect To Do

The Deputy Program Manager supports the Program Manager in planning, execution, and management of the HADES Program and serves as the acting Program Manager when required. The Deputy Program Manager provides day-to-day leadership and oversight of program activities, including staffing, subcontractor coordination, schedule management, risk management, quality assurance, and performance monitoring. Working closely with Government stakeholders, program leadership, technical teams, and mission partners, the Deputy Program Manager helps ensure successful execution of contract requirements and effective response to evolving priorities and emerging mission needs.

What The Team Requires

• U.S. Citizen with an active Top Secret security clearance and ability to obtain and maintain SCI and SAP access.
• Bachelor's degree in a STEM, Business, Management, or related discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience supporting or managing complex DoD or Federal programs involving operations, sustainment, systems engineering, integration, mission support, or related activities.
• Experience supporting programs valued at $25 million or greater with responsibility for program execution, workforce management, schedule performance, resource planning, mission support, and performance tracking.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience supporting space, satellite ground systems, command and control, telemetry processing, mission management, or related space enterprise programs.
• Experience managing day-to-day execution of complex technical and sustainment activities supporting national security missions.
• Experience leading workforce planning, recruiting, retention, onboarding, surge staffing, and resource allocation for complex technical programs.
• Experience developing staffing, resource, and execution plans for emerging requirements, mission onboarding, and evolving mission priorities.
• Experience developing, maintaining, reviewing, and coordinating Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), program metrics, and performance reporting.
• Experience supporting operational readiness, service delivery, lifecycle planning, and availability management across complex technical environments.
• Experience maintaining risk registers, tracking mitigation activities, and reporting program execution status to leadership and Government stakeholders.
• Project Management Professional (PMP), Program Management Professional (PgMP), DAWIA Program Management, or equivalent certification.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.
• Mission‑Driven Professional: Collaborative contributor motivated by developing cutting‑edge solutions that protect and serve the nation and the world.

What The Team Prefers

• Experience supporting U.S. Space Force, Space Systems Command, Combat Forces Command, Space Development Agency, National Reconnaissance Office, Missile Defense Agency, or other space-focused DoD organizations.
• Experience supporting TS/SCI and SAP programs operating across multiple security domains.
• Experience supporting large‑scale transition, sustainment, development, integration, or capability delivery for complex mission systems.

Pay Transparency

$137,000 - $175,700 – salary will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications, skills, education, and experience, and the position level.

Application Deadline

September 30, 2026

Benefits

• Generous & growing PTO that increases every year.
• True flexibility: contract permitting, use Flex Time to work in a way that fits your life.
• 11 paid days off – 6 fixed company holidays plus 5 floating holidays.
• 401(k) match up to 4% of your contributions – both contributions and the company match are yours from day one with no vesting.
• Industry‑leading education support – up to $12,000 annually for tuition and certifications.
• Premium healthcare with lower costs and a company‑sponsored HSA.
• Fully covered life insurance up to $50,000 at no cost to you.
• Holistic support: Employee Assistance Program for mental health, financial coaching, and more.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Auria is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.