Hypersonics Program Lead

Castelion Corporation; Torrance (CA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Castelion is a fast-moving defense tech company in Torrance, CA seeking a Program Manager to lead hypersonic weapon programs from concept to fielding. You will interface with U.S.

Government customers and internal engineering teams, owning schedules, contractual commitments, and mission success. This hands-on leadership role requires coordinating cross-functional teams across engineering, program management, and customer engagement, ensuring alignment with mission requirements and the technology

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Excellent communication and technical writing skills, including preparation of CDRLs and technical data packages.
• 8+ years of experience in aerospace, defense, or national security programs.
• Deep familiarity with USG programs, acquisitions, and operational concepts.
• U.S. citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead customer interface and align mission requirements with technology roadmap.
• Manage cost, schedule, and technical performance from contract award through integration, test, and deployment.
• Lead proposal efforts and contract negotiations, ensuring technical feasibility and FAR/DFARS compliance.
• Collaborate with engineering to translate mission needs into product requirements.
• Lead program reviews and maintain relationships with government stakeholders.
• Identify program risks early and develop mitigation plans, maintaining schedule fidelity.
• Shape new opportunities with government and industry partners to inform future capabilities.

Skills

Program management

Communication

Technical writing

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace/Systems Engineering

Job description

Castelion is a fast-moving defense tech company in Torrance, CA seeking a Program Manager to lead hypersonic weapon programs from concept to fielding. You will interface with U.S.

Government customers and internal engineering teams, owning schedules, contractual commitments, and mission success. This hands-on leadership role requires coordinating cross-functional teams across engineering, program management, and customer engagement, ensuring alignment with mission requirements and the technology