Senior Program Manager

CesiumAstro; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 184,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

CesiumAstro is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead performance and execution for large customer subsystems or payloads. You will be the primary contact for customer reviews and will coordinate with multiple functions to ensure objectives are met.

The role requires extensive aerospace program management experience, strong communication, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. DoD/Space customers experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years of Program Management or Subcontract Management experience.
• BS or MS in Electrical, Mechanical, Systems Engineering from an accredited university.
• Experience in aerospace as a system or design engineer.
• Develop and coordinate program requirements across product lines and with multiple subcontractors.
• Familiarity with RF, communication, or satellite systems.
• Experience managing cross functional and decentralized teams.
• CAM, EVMS, and risk-based assessment experience.
• Experience developing work breakdown structures, cost and staffing plans, and integrated master schedules.
• Experience managing programs with dynamic and multi-project interdependencies.
• Return-To-Green experience on one or more programs.
• Experience in NRE development programs.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to work in a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment.
• Experience working with government/military customers, especially Space Force/Space Systems Command.

Responsibilities

• Oversee program performance and day-to-day execution for a large subsystem or a small to medium sized payload.
• Serve as the single point of contact for customer interactions including program management reviews, customer bi-weekly reviews, and major program reviews.
• Work collaboratively with all functional organizations to ensure program success using data-driven decisions.
• Establish program baselines (integrated master plans and resource loaded schedules) and monitor progress to generate revised estimates.
• Provide inputs to customers, CesiumAstro leadership, and internal finance teams for revenue recognition.
• Assist the Director of Programs in improving standard processes and mentoring program staff.

Skills

Program management

Subcontract management

Aerospace experience

RF/satellite systems

Cross-functional teams

CAM/EVMS/risk management

Integrated master schedules

Government/Military customers

Education

BS/MS in engineering

Job description

Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

At CesiumAstro, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands‑on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward‑thinking individuals to join our team.

We are looking to add a Senior Program Manager to our team. If you enjoy working in a startup environment and managing multiple fast paced projects at once, we would like to hear from you.

In this position, you will be responsible for program performance and day‑to‑day execution for a large customer subsystem or a small to medium sized payload, including concept development, implementation, production, modification, integration and test, and delivery. You will be the single point of contact for customer interactions including program management reviews, customer bi‑weekly reviews, and major program reviews. This position is expected to be able to manage multiple customers.

This position works collaboratively with all functional organizations at CesiumAstro to ensure the success of the program using risk‑based decision making in guiding decisions to meet program objectives. A successful candidate understands how to effectively use program and engineering metrics to make data driven decisions. You will serve as the primary program leader for all activities, with responsibilities for cost, schedule, and adherence to technical performance requirements.

The Senior Program Manager will establish program management baselines (integrated master plans and resource loaded schedules) to task the team, measures program performance, and monitors progress to generate latest revised estimates and estimates to completion. The Senior Program Manager will provide these inputs to customers, CesiumAstro leadership, and internal finance teams for revenue recognition.

This position will assist the Director of Programs in improving standard processes, and implementing best practices for consistency across the Space Systems portfolio of programs. As a senior member of the program team, you may help in hiring and mentorship of program staff.

Job Requirements And Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 years Program Management or Subcontract Management Experience.
• Bachelor of Science (BS) or Master of Science (MS) degree in a relevant engineering field (Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, etc.) from an accredited university or institution.
• Experience in the aerospace industry as a system or design engineer.
• Develop and coordinate program requirements across product lines and with multiple subcontractors
• Familiarity with RF, communication, or satellite systems.
• Experience managing cross functional and decentralized teams.
• Relevant CAM, risk management, EVMS, and risk based assessment experience.
• Experience developing work break down structures, cost and staffing plans, and integrated master schedules.
• Experience managing programs with dynamic and multi-project interdependencies.
• Return-To-Green experience on one or more programs.
• Experience in NRE development programs.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to work in a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment.
• Experience working with government/military customers, especially Space Force/Space Systems Command.

Preferred Experience

• Experience working with proliferated architectures
• Experience in DoD Acquisition Process.
• Program Manager Professional (PMP) Certified.

$184,000 - $225,000 a year

CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills. Full-time employment offers include company stock options and a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, disability and retirement plans.

CesiumAstro is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Please note: CesiumAstro does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to CesiumAstro team members will be considered property of CesiumAstro, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.