Global Space Operations Program Manager

Cayuse Holdings; Pukalani (HI); On-site; USD 175,000 - 209,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Life and AD&D Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with 1:

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Cayuse Holdings is seeking a Program Manager to lead O&M performance across globally dispersed sites in Maui, HI, Socorro, NM, and Diego Garcia. You will own cost, schedule, staffing, and security while driving mission-critical outcomes and compliance with all standards.

Ideal candidates hold a TS/SCI clearance, 10+ years in technical/services programs, and a strong track record of managing multi-site or 24/7 operations in demanding environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, program management, space operations, or related discipline.
• Advanced education, such as a master’s degree, is highly desirable.
• Equivalent senior military experience or defense program management expertise may be considered in lieu of formal educational requirements.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience within technical services or operations and maintenance missions.
• At least 5 years of experience managing geographically dispersed, classified, multi-site programs or 24/7 mission-critical environments.
• Strong preference for previous experience with space domain awareness and/or optical sensor operations.
• Top Secret/ SCI Clearance is required.
• Must be able to pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Program Leadership: Serve as the key decision-maker and leader for the contract operations, ensuring the successful execution of all program objectives.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Act as the primary point of contact with internal leadership and external partners.
• Operational Oversight: Manage program transition planning, staffing, subcontractor coordination, and risk mitigation.
• Compliance and Quality Assurance: Ensure documentation remains updated and compliant with standards.
• Staffing and Training: Direct cross-training and succession planning for continuity.
• Emergency Support: Provide after-hours support for incidents and mission-critical exercises.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal & written communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Independent worker

Confidential information handling

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Master's degree preferred

Equivalent military/defense PM experience

Job description

Cayuse Holdings is seeking a Program Manager to lead O&M performance across globally dispersed sites in Maui, HI, Socorro, NM, and Diego Garcia. You will own cost, schedule, staffing, and security while driving mission-critical outcomes and compliance with all standards.

Ideal candidates hold a TS/SCI clearance, 10+ years in technical/services programs, and a strong track record of managing multi-site or 24/7 operations in demanding environments.