On-Site Space Program Manager — TS/SCI Clearance

Zachary Piper, LLC; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Paid Holidays

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

Tuition Reimbursement

Sick leave

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Project Manager to support a national security space systems initiative in El Segundo, CA. This on-site role leads acquisition strategy, program execution, financial oversight, and risk management across complex space programs, serving as an embedded advisor to government stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of PM experience with DoD/space programs, a BS degree, and an active TS/SCI clearance.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of project management experience.
• Experience supporting government acquisition programs (DoD/space preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field; TS/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Advise government stakeholders on acquisition strategy, program planning and execution activities.
• Lead program integration across space, ground, and mission system segments.
• Support financial management, budgeting, and program performance tracking; identify, assess, and mitigate risks.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams and government leadership to support rapid acquisition initiatives.

Skills

Project management

Acquisition strategy

Risk management

Government programs

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Project Manager to support a national security space systems initiative in El Segundo, CA. This on-site role leads acquisition strategy, program execution, financial oversight, and risk management across complex space programs, serving as an embedded advisor to government stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of PM experience with DoD/space programs, a BS degree, and an active TS/SCI clearance.