Lead Spacecraft Programs Manager

Southwest Research Institute; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwest Research Institute's Spacecraft Development Department seeks a seasoned program leader to steer mid- to large-scale spacecraft programs from concept through integration-ready, flight-worthy systems.

You will direct cross-functional teams, manage budgets, risk, and schedules, and deliver cost, schedule, and technical performance while engaging DoD, civil government, and international customers. A PMP is preferred; 10+ years of space program leadership required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in a space-related engineering field required.
• PMP or similar project-management certification preferred but not required.
• 10+ years leading technical space programs and projects of significant scope.
• Outstanding organizational, management, and interpersonal skills; strong written and verbal communication.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Direct cross-functional teams to design, assemble, integrate, test, and deliver spacecraft systems.
• Conduct formal program control and reporting (IMS health, cost/EVM/burn, forecasts) and prepare exec status briefings.
• Lead customer engagement, business development, and capture plans to win and grow spacecraft programs.
• Oversee team performance, development, and mentoring in spacecraft engineering processes and tools.

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Astronautical Engineering, Space Systems Engineering

Job description

Southwest Research Institute's Spacecraft Development Department seeks a seasoned program leader to steer mid- to large-scale spacecraft programs from concept through integration-ready, flight-worthy systems.

You will direct cross-functional teams, manage budgets, risk, and schedules, and deliver cost, schedule, and technical performance while engaging DoD, civil government, and international customers. A PMP is preferred; 10+ years of space program leadership required.