Program Area Manager, National Security & Defense (TS/SCI)

NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 164,000 - 264,000; Full time

Job summary

NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory is seeking a Program Area Manager to drive national security and defense business development. You will lead customer engagement, coordinate multiple organizations, and ensure proposals and contracts align with cost, schedule, and technical objectives.

The role requires advanced degrees and a strong track record in BD for complex, reimbursable programs. Applicants should demonstrate leadership across the BD lifecycle, from market development to negotiations, and

Qualifications

• PhD or MA/MS with 5–9 years in relevant field.
• Experience leading diverse teams and managing complex proposals or contracts.
• Strong background in national defense/space systems and government procurement processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strategic customer relationships to secure new business.
• Lead and coordinate business development activities, from market development to proposal delivery.
• Direct resources and oversee cost, schedule, and performance for JPL tasks and projects.

Skills

Leadership

BD lifecycle

Technical development

National Defense

Space Systems

Systems Engineering

DoW/NSS sponsorship

Education

PhD in Engineering

MA/MS in related discipline

BA/BS in related discipline

Job description

NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory is seeking a Program Area Manager to drive national security and defense business development. You will lead customer engagement, coordinate multiple organizations, and ensure proposals and contracts align with cost, schedule, and technical objectives.

The role requires advanced degrees and a strong track record in BD for complex, reimbursable programs. Applicants should demonstrate leadership across the BD lifecycle, from market development to negotiations, and