Senior Space Payloads Program Manager

General Atomics; Acton (MA); On-site; USD 141,000 - 257,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) seeks a Senior Program Manager for Space EO/IR Payload efforts in Acton, MA. You will lead development, testing, and delivery of space payloads, guiding cross-functional teams, budgets, and schedules using EVMS, while mitigating risks and interfacing with customers to meet requirements and contractual obligations.

Responsibilities include managing finances, drafting program plans, coordinating with engineering, supply chain, and subcontractors,

Qualifications

• Thirteen+ years of progressively complex program administration experience.
• Experience on satellites or satellite payloads, especially optical/laser payloads.
• Ability to navigate organizational dynamics to drive alignment and relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead medium-to-large space payload programs from initiation to successful completion.
• Monitor budgets, schedules, risks, and deliverables to meet contractual obligations.
• Coordinate with engineering, supply chain, and major subcontractors; interface with government customers.

Skills

Program management experience

Satellite payloads engineering

Cross-functional leadership

Communication & presentation

Security clearance readiness

Education

Bachelor's/Master's/PhD in engineering or related field

Tools

EVMS

Job description

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) seeks a Senior Program Manager for Space EO/IR Payload efforts in Acton, MA. You will lead development, testing, and delivery of space payloads, guiding cross-functional teams, budgets, and schedules using EVMS, while mitigating risks and interfacing with customers to meet requirements and contractual obligations.

Responsibilities include managing finances, drafting program plans, coordinating with engineering, supply chain, and subcontractors,