Space Programs PM II: Satellites & Missions

General Atomics; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 91,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures space-grade systems worldwide. An Associate Program Manager will help advance innovative space programs, coordinating cross-functional teams and managing risks from cubesats to large constellation projects.

You will support program milestones, ensure on-time delivery, and communicate status to leadership in a fast-paced environment. Strong collaboration and problem-solving are essential.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD in engineering, science or a related technical field with nine or more years of program administration experience.
• Experience managing electronics development programs and IRAD projects.
• Experience with space programs or satellite missions.
• Demonstrated ability to navigate complex organizational dynamics.
• Results-oriented with focus on program success and long-term goals.
• Adaptable to a fast-paced environment and changing priorities.
• Strong command of program management principles: planning, scheduling, coordinating workloads.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills for interface with departments and government reps.
• PMI- PMP certification or similar is a plus.
• Customer-focused, able to work independently or in a team; able to travel and extend hours.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Program Management: Support medium-to-large space programs from initiation through completion.
• Stakeholder Management: Build relationships with executives and cross-functional teams for alignment.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate teams across engineering, procurement, security, and operations.
• Subcontractor Management: Create SOWs and POs; PMO interface with Subcontract Management.
• Risk Management: Identify and address risks; escalate to keep programs on track.
• Project Planning & Scheduling: Develop detailed plans and allocate resources.
• Budget Oversight: Monitor budgets and expenditures while maintaining quality.
• Reporting & Communication: Provide updates to senior management with program reports.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive process improvements in program management.
• Technical Issue Resolution: Resolve scheduling and technical issues related to space missions.
• Talent Development: Plan and develop management, professional, and technical talent.
• Leadership in Risk Solutions: Develop and implement effective risk solutions.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Risk management

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Scheduling

Budget oversight

Team leadership

Education

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

Job description

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures space-grade systems worldwide. An Associate Program Manager will help advance innovative space programs, coordinating cross-functional teams and managing risks from cubesats to large constellation projects.

You will support program milestones, ensure on-time delivery, and communicate status to leadership in a fast-paced environment. Strong collaboration and problem-solving are essential.