Senior Program Manager, Space Systems — Rapid Acquisition

Spacesystemsintegration; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Space Systems Integration (SSI) in El Segundo, CA seeks a Senior Program Manager to lead government space programs, applying advanced project management to shape next generation capabilities across space, ground, and mission segments.

The role emphasizes rapid acquisition frameworks, risk mitigation, and on-time delivery with the Warfighting Acquisition System framework, requiring 15+ years experience, TS clearance, and travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 15+ years of related experience.
• Master's degree and 13+ years preferred.
• Experience with DoD programs and government contracting.
• Active TS clearance with in-scope T5/SSBI required.

Responsibilities

• Support the Government Program Manager guiding acquisition strategies, program schedules, resource allocation, contracting actions, and budgeting.
• Oversee all aspects of program execution, including delivery milestones, risk management, testing, system integration, and contractor management.
• Drive cross-functional communication to ensure seamless integration of government and contractor teams across space, ground, and communication segments.
• Organize and execute periodic technical interchange meetings (TIMs) and staff meetings to track progress, identify risks, and course-correct as necessary.
• Apply advanced configuration and change management practices to ensure consistency and traceability across all program artifacts, including ICDs and milestones.
• Evaluate contractor system designs and milestone reviews, providing timely assessments of technical progress and risks.
• Manage independent technical and programmatic reviews to validate system effectiveness.
• Provide expert guidance on funding commitments, obligations, and expenditures to ensure on-time delivery.
• Advocate for deliberate risk-taking and rapid delivery under WAS for fielding capabilities.

Skills

Leadership

Program Management

Risk Management

Change Management

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Acquisition & Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Space Systems Integration (SSI) in El Segundo, CA seeks a Senior Program Manager to lead government space programs, applying advanced project management to shape next generation capabilities across space, ground, and mission segments.

The role emphasizes rapid acquisition frameworks, risk mitigation, and on-time delivery with the Warfighting Acquisition System framework, requiring 15+ years experience, TS clearance, and travel.