Senior Propulsion Programs Manager — Spacecraft Systems

Muon Space, Inc.; Yuma (AZ); On-site; USD 206,000 - 232,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity compensation

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid vacation & holidays

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Muon Space, Inc. is seeking a Senior Technical Program Manager - Propulsion Systems to lead end-to-end planning of development, manufacturing and test of our propulsion systems.

You will own the full propulsion program roadmap and ensure hardware readiness aligns with production flow. The role requires coordinating with product and engineering leadership, guiding test priorities, managing supply chains and kitting, and maintaining transparent updates for customers and executives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years working in engineering or program management environments.
• Proven ability to navigate complex organizations and balance timelines across different teams.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Own propulsion program roadmap and schedules across development, testing, parts procurement, and assembly.
• Bridge products and programs by aligning with the product group and ensuring roadmap execution.
• Drive thruster production by managing supply chains, kitting, and production timelines for spacecraft missions.
• Maintain clear team communication among engineers, managers, and executives to minimize surprises.
• Manage customer relationships as the main point of contact for propulsion customers.

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional leadership

Engineering background

Problem-solving

Education

Engineering, physical sciences, or related technical field

Job description

Muon Space, Inc. is seeking a Senior Technical Program Manager - Propulsion Systems to lead end-to-end planning of development, manufacturing and test of our propulsion systems.

You will own the full propulsion program roadmap and ensure hardware readiness aligns with production flow. The role requires coordinating with product and engineering leadership, guiding test priorities, managing supply chains and kitting, and maintaining transparent updates for customers and executives.