Senior Space Programs Manager

Redwire Space NV; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Redwire Space Missions, LLC is seeking a Sr. Project Manager based in the Denver, CO area to support multiple programs with a strong background in DoD and commercial satellite program execution.

You will guide complex space programs from concept through on‑orbit operations, ensuring delivery within technical, schedule, and contractual constraints. Ideal candidates have 8+ years of space program management experience, active or ability to obtain DoD clearance, and readiness to travel up to 25%.

Qualifications

• Experience managing satellite or spacecraft development programs for DoD, NASA, or commercial space customers.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of DoD, SDA, and commercial satellite programs, ensuring compliance with government contractual requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Strategic communication

Risk management

Earned Value Management (EVM)

Travel readiness

Security clearance readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Physics

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Jira

Job description

Redwire Space Missions, LLC is seeking a Sr. Project Manager based in the Denver, CO area to support multiple programs with a strong background in DoD and commercial satellite program execution.

You will guide complex space programs from concept through on‑orbit operations, ensuring delivery within technical, schedule, and contractual constraints. Ideal candidates have 8+ years of space program management experience, active or ability to obtain DoD clearance, and readiness to travel up to 25%.