Program Manager

Austincc; Ogden (UT); Hybrid; USD 107,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) seeks an experienced Program Manager to lead a team providing system integration support for a complex military development program in our C4ISR Division. The role focuses on radar system integration, real-time operations, modeling/simulation data, and a software/networking environment for integrated operations, including evaluating a digital twin for testing elements.

The selected candidate will coordinate with SDL management, the Government program office,

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience as a program manager for a technical effort including engineering teams.
• Demonstrated ability to understand complex technical issues, translate them to workable tasks, and guide technical discussions and decisions.
• Modeling and simulation, radio access networks, or complex WAN concepts is a plus.
• Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.
• Must be able to travel.

Responsibilities

• Leads integration of a complex radar system and related subsystems and data.
• Manages relationships with Government program office and subsystem providers.
• Organizes and directs corporate resources to execute the contract.
• Ensures deliverables have clear deadlines and are met within budget and scope.
• Pursues new business development opportunities.

Skills

Program management

Technical leadership

Customer interface

Cross-functional collaboration

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job ID: 9732

Date Posted: October 6, 2026

Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead a team providing overall system integration support for a complex military development program in our C4ISR Division.

The SDL team will lead integration of a new radar system, including real-time operations of all related participants, modeled/simulated participant and subsystem data, and a software/networking environment to facilitate integrated operations – along with evaluating a digital twin which is used to test or replicate any element of the overall system.The complexity of the integration will drive the need for technical and organizational collaboration among all stakeholders and subsystem providers, each of whom will have unique constraints and primary motivations.

The selected candidate will work with SDL management, the SDL integration team, the Government program office, subsystem providers, operational stakeholders, and others as needed to ensure the required technical collaboration takes place. The selected candidate will also execute program cost and schedule planning/reporting.

The ideal candidate will have experience with Government development programs and with complex technical systems including radar, networking, mod/sim, and intel components.

This position will be based in Ogden, UT.

The Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (C4ISR) Systems Division delivers mission-critical solutions, specializing in cyber operations, information architecture, strategic deterrence, and ISR. Our division’s commitment to innovation and security enables us to provide critical solutions across defense, intelligence, and national security. Join our team and contribute to the next generation of defense technologies.

Roles and responsibilities associated with this position:

• Understands and addresses customer needs and issues, usually by direct interface
• Develops and nourishes a strong partner relationship with the customer program management and engineering leadership teams
• Assembles and directs corporate resources to execute the contract
• Leads complex system development by organizing and focusing the work of multiple systems engineers with diverse specialties on a common technical solution
• Ensures the technical team has clear deliverables with clear deadlines
• Coordinates with multiple corporate and Government agencies to execute the contract
• Manages tasks tracking scope, schedule, budget and quality
• Identifies, tracks, avoids, and mitigates risks
• Trades issues of scope, approach, cost, and schedule
• Delivers the contracted result
• Pursues new business development opportunities
• Travels occasionally as required for program success
  • Generally, travel is infrequent, is within the U.S., and is for short durations (less than 1 week)

Desired attributes:

• understanding and satisfying customer requirements
• discovering, building, and nurturing collaborative alignment of stakeholder objectives
• delivering operational capability
• Collaborative management style, both internally and externally
• Comfortable working with multiple teams in collaborative, facilitative, and service roles

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years' experience as a program manager for a technical effort including engineering teams
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical or business field – with demonstrated applicability to the program description and position roles/responsibilities provided above
• Demonstrated ability to understand complex technical issues, translate them to workable tasks, and guide technical discussions and decisions
  • Specific experience with modeling and simulation, radio access networks, or complex WAN concepts is a plus
• Demonstrated ability to organize and manage a matrixed team of personnel, develop program schedules, and control budgets to meet required deadlines
• Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance
• Must be able to travel

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a technical or business field
• 10+ years of project management experience
• Previous experience as a program manager for an effort to integrate a large system of systems
• Previous experience as a systems engineer on complex programs
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical engineering discipline
• Experience with Air Force, Navy, Marine, Army and/or Intelligence Community programs
• Technical experience with DoW Test and Evaluation or Experimentation
• Experience with aviation operations and/or programs
• MBA and/or PMP certification
• Experience complying with RMF or other Gov. security standards
• Active Security Clearance

Salary Range

• $107,000 - $180,000
  • Salary commensurate on education and relevant experience

This range serves as a general guideline and may vary based on factors such as role, level, location, market conditions, and individual qualifications, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The range displayed in the job advertisement reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries across all U.S. locations. Specific salary details for a candidate’s preferred location can be provided by the recruiter or HR manager during the hiring process.

Why Join SDL?

SDL offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. Visit our Benefits Page to learn more about what we offer.

SDL delivers advanced multi-domain solutions to protect national security and enable scientific discovery. Our expertise in satellites, sensors and instruments, ground systems and data processing, and autonomous systems plays a critical role in missions supporting NASA and the Department of Defense. Join our team of engineers, scientists, technicians, and business professionals in our seventh decade of delivering mission success.

At SDL, we strive to uphold a culture of respect, collaboration, empowerment, and accountability. We listen with open minds, seek to understand diverse perspectives, and engage in thoughtful dialogue. We work together by sharing knowledge, involving others, and offering support. We trust and empower our team members to take ownership, act with integrity, and be accountable. Above all, we deliver on our commitments to each other and to our mission partners.