Security-Cleared Senior Space Project Manager (Onsite)

Redwire Space; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Redwire Space is seeking an experienced Sr. Project Manager based in the Denver, CO area. This on-site role supports multiple programs from our Littleton office, leading projects with high risk and scope. You must be able to obtain a security clearance and travel about 25%.

Responsibilities include developing detailed plans, managing suppliers, serving as primary contact for stakeholders, mentoring teams, and ensuring adherence to QMS and AS9100. Strong leadership and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, or related technical field.
• 8+ years of experience in space systems or defense project management.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams in high‑reliability, mission‑critical environments.
• Customer-facing communication skills and strong stakeholder management.
• Ability to obtain a security clearance (US citizen).

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, Gantt charts, and milestone tracking aligned with program objectives; ensure cross‑functional alignment through clear communication and expectation setting.
• Manage supplier and subcontractor deliverables related to hardware, tooling, and test systems, including relationship management, performance oversight, and issue resolution.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders and external customers; maintain strong relationships through transparency and responsiveness.
• Lead and mentor project teams, promoting effective team building, role clarity, and continuous improvement.
• Develop project budgets, schedules, and resource plans; proactively manage resources and report monthly variance (ETC and EAC).
• Execute projects in accordance with internal QMS and AS9100 requirements; model disciplined leadership.
• Identify and mitigate risks, facilitate decision‑making to maintain program momentum.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Project management tools

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Physics

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Jira

ERP systems

Job description

Redwire Space is seeking an experienced Sr. Project Manager based in the Denver, CO area. This on-site role supports multiple programs from our Littleton office, leading projects with high risk and scope. You must be able to obtain a security clearance and travel about 25%.

Responsibilities include developing detailed plans, managing suppliers, serving as primary contact for stakeholders, mentoring teams, and ensuring adherence to QMS and AS9100. Strong leadership and communication are essential.