Senior Aerospace Program Manager – Defense & Space

Voyager Technologies; Folsom (CA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 310,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Time Off

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Gym memberships nationwide

401(k) retirement plan with company 4%

Well-being programs

Job summary

Voyager Technologies seeks an experienced Program Manager V for Defense & National Security to lead multi-phase programs, manage schedules, and coordinate with customers and contractors. Based in Reno, NV with onsite or hybrid options, this role drives program planning, risk management, and execution across the department.

Ideal candidate will have extensive DoD propulsion program experience, strong communication, and proven ability to manage subcontracts and executive briefings.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Plans, directs, and monitors project(s) to ensure 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.

Skills

Communication

Multi-tasking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering

Master’s degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Visio

Excel

Project

Job description

Voyager Technologies seeks an experienced Program Manager V for Defense & National Security to lead multi-phase programs, manage schedules, and coordinate with customers and contractors. Based in Reno, NV with onsite or hybrid options, this role drives program planning, risk management, and execution across the department.

Ideal candidate will have extensive DoD propulsion program experience, strong communication, and proven ability to manage subcontracts and executive briefings.