Senior Aerospace Program Manager - DoD RF & Prototyping

Galt-Aerospace; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 148,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

GALT Aerospace seeks a talented, fulltime Program Manager to lead Military Airborne Communication Payload Production programs in San Diego, onsite. You’ll liaison with customers, drive engineering and production teams, and manage schedules, risk, and procurement to ensure on-time delivery.

The role requires DoD contractor experience, strong RF fundamentals, and a current clearance. Expect travel up to 10% and collaboration across defense partners and suppliers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in RF engineering or related STEM field with management exposure.
• 5+ years in Project/Program Management and 10+ years in aerospace/defense.
• Strong RF engineering fundamentals and wireless systems knowledge.
• Experience with defense contracting and DoD customers is preferred.
• Proficiency with MS Office tools, including MS Project and Excel.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and large data sets.
• Must be a US citizen with an active or current security clearance.
• Ability to lead teams in fast-paced, process-improving environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead programs related to Military Airborne Communication payload production.
• Coordinate engineering, production, and supplier activities to meet cost and schedule goals.
• Track project financials and nurture DoD customer relationships.
• Apply project planning basics: schedule, WBS, risk, and procurement.
• Ensure compliance with defense contracting standards and safety practices.

Skills

RF Engineering

Project Management

DoD Contractor Experience

RF/Microwave Theory

MS Office / MS Project

ERP Systems

Leadership in Demanding Environments

US Citizenship

DoD Clearance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in RF Engineering or similar STEM field, Business, and/or Management

Tools

HFSS

Keysight ADS

CST Studio Suite

AWR Microwave Office

MS Project

ERP Systems

Job description

GALT Aerospace seeks a talented, fulltime Program Manager to lead Military Airborne Communication Payload Production programs in San Diego, onsite. You’ll liaison with customers, drive engineering and production teams, and manage schedules, risk, and procurement to ensure on-time delivery.

The role requires DoD contractor experience, strong RF fundamentals, and a current clearance. Expect travel up to 10% and collaboration across defense partners and suppliers.