Space Electronics Program Manager

Trident; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Holidays

Annual discretionary bonus

Job summary

Trident Systems Space Electronic Systems (SES) division in Fairfax, VA is seeking a Program Manager to lead space electronics programs from development through production. You will own program performance across cost, schedule, and risk, and serve as the primary interface to customers.

Work with a Lead Systems Engineer to drive delivery, coordination, and strategic program leadership. This hands‑on PM role requires building structure in dynamic hardware programs and mentoring other PMs within

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent and 9+ years (or Master’s and 7+) of relevant experience.
• Experience managing space or aerospace‑related programs, ideally involving electronic systems or hardware development.
• Proven success managing government programs (FAR‑based contracts, multiple CLINs)
• Strong background in program financials, planning, and execution
• Experience leading product development programs (design → prototype → production)
• Working knowledge of government contract types
• PMP certification (or ability to obtain within 6 months)
• Proficiency with MS Project, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

Responsibilities

• Lead one or more space flight programs, ensuring successful execution
• Drive program performance to meet commitments, including ownership of cost, schedule, and risk management
• Develop and maintain an Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), including: Critical path identification; Milestone forecasting; Resource‑loaded planning
• Establish and manage labor and non‑labor resource plans, including: Defining required skill sets; Forecasting staffing needs and timing
• Identify engineering resource needs to support program execution
• Partner cross‑functionally with Product Management, Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Contracts, and Finance
• Drive subcontractor performance and accountability to meet program commitments
• Set expectations and ensure alignment across SEIT and broader engineering teams
• Maintain an accurate and current risk and opportunity matrix, including: Risk burn‑down plans; Mitigation strategies; Opportunity identification and tracking
• Serve as the primary customer interface, ensuring strong communication and satisfaction
• Oversee program financials, forecasting, and reporting
• Support proposal efforts and contribute to program growth opportunities
• Mentor and develop other Program Managers within the PMO

Skills

Program Management

Customer interface

Risk & Schedule management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

MS Project

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Trident Systems Space Electronic Systems (SES) division in Fairfax, VA is seeking a Program Manager to lead space electronics programs from development through production. You will own program performance across cost, schedule, and risk, and serve as the primary interface to customers.

Work with a Lead Systems Engineer to drive delivery, coordination, and strategic program leadership. This hands‑on PM role requires building structure in dynamic hardware programs and mentoring other PMs within