Senior Program Manager, Propulsion & Aerospace

Rocketdyne; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocketdyne in Redmond, WA is seeking a Senior Analyst - Program Management to lead national aerospace missions and manage production and development programs for government and commercial customers.

You will oversee scope, schedules, budgets, and risk mitigation across cross-functional teams, with emphasis on EVM, stakeholder alignment, and compliance with aerospace standards. This role requires strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Requires a recognized degree (Bachelor's or higher) with substantial program management experience.
• Experience leading propulsion/ aerospace programs is preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development, testing, and integration of propulsion systems for high-profile missions.
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure project stability.
• Act as primary contact for internal teams, government agencies, and stakeholders.
• Provide guidance on propulsion system design and compliance with standards.
• Utilize Earned Value Management to monitor performance against cost and schedule.
• Lead cross-functional teams to achieve mission objectives.

Skills

Program Leadership

Project Planning

Risk Management

Stakeholder Collaboration

Technical Oversight

Earned Value Management

Team Coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Graduate degree

8+ years related experience in lieu of degree

Job description

Rocketdyne in Redmond, WA is seeking a Senior Analyst - Program Management to lead national aerospace missions and manage production and development programs for government and commercial customers.

You will oversee scope, schedules, budgets, and risk mitigation across cross-functional teams, with emphasis on EVM, stakeholder alignment, and compliance with aerospace standards. This role requires strong leadership and communication skills.