Program Manager V (Aerospace)

Telemetry Today LLC; Reno (NV); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 310,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Time Off

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) company match

Wellness programs

Gym memberships

Job summary

Voyager Technologies in Reno, NV seeks a Program Manager V for Defense & National Security to lead multi‑phase programs, oversee schedules, budgets, and risk management, and coordinate with customers and subcontractors.

You will develop PMI‑style documentation, maintain Integrated Master Schedules, and drive proposal efforts while traveling up to 25% and ensuring compliance with ITAR and security requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering; equivalent experience may be considered.
• 20+ years of program management experience, including 10–15 years on DoD propulsion programs.
• Experience owning Integrated Master Schedules, Integrated Master Plans, Earned Value Management.
• Direct experience in managing large Subcontracts.
• Experience briefing executive management and customers on program status, risks, and future plans.
• Experience managing programs for the U.S. Government customers.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and monitor projects to maintain scope, schedule, and budget; manage project-level P/L.
• Define, generate, and review project management materials.
• Ensure resources are available for the program.
• Work with staff to direct budgeting and execution.
• Meet all program deliverables and manage risks early.
• Travel up to 25% to client locations.
• Support proposals for follow-on work.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Effective communication

Collaborative teamwork

Willing to take on more

Education

Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering

Master’s degree with emphasis in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Visio

Excel

Project

Job description

Voyager is an innovative space, defense, and national security technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission‑critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space.

Forge the Future: Join Voyager Technologies

The future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies, we’re building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers and prepare us for what’s next. And we’re doing that with people who are wired to solve, build, adapt and lead. These roles are not for the faint of heart.

You’ll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We’re a company of doers, thinkers and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality.

If you want to put your skills to work where the stakes are real and the mission is bigger than any one person,forge the future with Voyager.

The Program Manager V for Defense & National Security is responsible for management of all phases of program execution. Development of all program management related documentation such as: monthly status reports, PDR/CDR matter, program planning documentation, program management related CDRLs and presentations of program materials to relatively large technical teams and management, subcontractors, and customers.

The position reports to the Director of Advanced Technology Programs and is part of the Science & Technologies department based in Reno, NV. This role is onsite, remote or hybrid based in Reno, NV.

In this role, the essential functions are:

• Plans, directs, and monitors project(s) to ensure work scope, schedule, and budget are maintained. Responsible for the project level profit and loss.
• Defines, generates, and reviews project management related material.
• Ensures that all required resources such as engineering, manpower, production, and facilities are available for the program.
• Works closely with the assigned project staff to ensure adequate direction is provided regarding budgeting and execution of program.
• Works closely with the assigned project staff to ensure all program deliverables are met satisfactorily.
• Works closely with VTS management to ensure that all program risks and issues are identified early and proactively elevated and properly acted upon.
• Serves as primary customer contact for project information.
• Pursues follow-on and new business opportunities directly with customers.
• Ensure adherence to all internal Program Management processes.
• Participate in customer meetings, peer reviews, and problem-solving meetings.
• Input into creation of proposals for follow-on work.
• Travels up to 25% of the time to various customer locations.
• Other related job duties, as assigned.

If your experience aligns with our basic qualifications and you are inspired by our mission, we’d like to connect.

• Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college/university. May consider equivalent experience in lieu of degree.
• 20+ years of program management experience which includes 10-15 years managing DOD propulsion related programs.
• Prior responsibilities directly related to generating, managing, and owning Integrated Master Schedules, Integrated Master Plans, Earned Value Management.
• Direct experience in managing large Subcontracts.
• Experience briefing executive management and customers on program status, risks, and future plans.
• Experience managing programs for the U.S. Government Customers.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree with emphasis in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college/university. May consider equivalent experience in lieu of degree.
• Management of rocket propulsion defense system programs.
• Management of Missile Defense Agency programs with MAP/PMAP requirements.
• Performing business development activities working directly with funding customer offices.

Skills:

• Experience with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Visio, Excel, and Project
• Willingness to seek-out and assume increasing responsibilities as work‑load changes
• Ability to multi‑task in a highly collaborative team environment
• Ability to communicate effectively, with an emphasis on verbal and written communication

Other Requirements:

• Travel up to 25%, including the possibility of overnights within the continental US
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship)
• Must have a current DoD Secret Clearance

The good faith base salary range for this role is $180,405–$310,400 at the time of this posting. Where you fall within the range depends on your experience, skills, and location. This range reflects base salary only and does not include benefits or bonus/incentive. This range may be adjusted in the future.

Voyager offers a highly competitive total compensation package designed to support the well‑being, growth, and success of our employees. Employeesbenefitfrom a flexible and comprehensive rewards program that supports both professional and personal well‑being.

• Flexible Time Off (FTO), empowering employees to take the time they need to recharge and maintain a healthy work‑life balance
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company and many benefits paid at 100% for employees
• Flexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide, including 24 Hour Fitness, EoS Fitness, Crunch Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Blink Fitness, Chuze Fitness, and more! No long‑term contracts and FREE on‑demand workout videos before you enroll
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%, supporting long‑term financial security
• Company wellness programs that support physical and mental well‑being
• Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources
• The opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission‑driven environment

Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Parts 120–130) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730–774), applicants for this position must be a U.S. Person: a US Citizen, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3). Applicants must be eligible to obtain any required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

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The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.