Program Administrator

Blue Marble Communications; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Marble Communications designs and manufactures high-performance RF, free-space optical, and network communications modules for space vehicles. The Program Administrator will execute programs with rigorous planning, budgeting, and cross-functional coordination, ensuring deadlines are met and internal/external needs are translated clearly.

The role requires a proactive, detail-oriented self-starter with strong communication and writing skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree preferred in Business or Engineering.
• Experience with ERP, especially SAP or SAP B1, preferred.
• Basic knowledge of AS9100 Quality Management System preferred.
• Highly self-motivated and proactive with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent MS Office skills and communication with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to meet strict deadlines and manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Develop plans, including budgets and schedules, to meet contractual/internal requirements.
• Monitor and report performance against plans to ensure objectives are met.
• Interface between Operations, Engineering, and Purchasing to identify constraints and develop plans.
• Engage in process improvement projects with interconnecting departments.
• Plan, prioritize, execute, follow up, and anticipate changes.
• Participate in reviews and proposal efforts.
• Mitigate risks and anticipate potential complications.
• 2+ years of experience.

Skills

MS Office

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Proactive

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Engineering

Tools

SAP / SAP B1

Job description

The Program Administrator (PA) is responsible for program execution using best planning practices and exceptional communication to translate deadlines and customer/internal needs to the internal team. The PA is also responsible for program planning, schedule/budget development and sustainment, issues escalation, etc. The PA must have an aptitude and eagerness to learn, speak up when problems arise, and follow the process. The PA must be a self-starter with great time management skills and very strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop plans, including budgets and schedules, to meet contractual/internal requirements
• Monitor and report performance against plans to ensure that contractual/internal, cost, and schedule objectives are met
• Interface between Operations, Engineering, and Purchasing to identify constraints, and develop plans that meet customer and internal needs
• Engage in process improvement projects with interconnecting departments to ensure positive, clear communication of priorities
• Plan, prioritize, execute, follow up, and anticipate changes
• Participate in reviews (e.g. design, manufacturing, etc.) and proposal efforts
• Mitigate risks and anticipate potential complications
• 2+ years of experience

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Business or Engineering is preferred
• Experience with ERP, especially SAP or SAP B1, preferred
• Basic knowledge of the AS9100 Quality Management System is preferred
• Highly self-motivated and proactive
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent MS Office skills
• Excellent communication skills with all levels of the organization
• Excellent expository writing and oral presentation skills.
• Excellent organizational and recordkeeping skills, including confidential information
• Must be able to meet strict deadlines and manage competing priorities
• Must be a US Person (This position has export control and security-related requirements that mandate attention to the citizenship status of any potential candidate and necessitates that the individual either be a United States Citizen, Permanent Resident of the United States, or lawfully admitted into the United States as a refugee or granted asylum by the United States Government.)

About Blue Marble Communications

Blue Marble Communications designs and manufactures high-performance RF, free-space optical, and network communications modules and systems for deployment onboard satellites and other space vehicles. Our current product offerings include software-defined RF, microwave, and millimeter-wave modem/transceivers; optical laser communications terminals, Ethernet routers/switches, and systems comprised of combinations of these modules. BMC embraces a modern workplace culture and inclusive environment. In the case an offer is extended, it is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening.