Space Security Engineering Program Manager

Planetlabs; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 162,600 - 203,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

Generous Paid Time Off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Planetlabs is seeking an Engineering Program Manager for Special Projects in San Francisco. This full-time, hybrid role involves leading project management efforts focused on space security initiatives and coordinating schedules across engineering teams.

The ideal candidate will possess 6+ years of relevant experience, expertise in managing hardware/software product lifecycles, and strong communication skills. Benefits include comprehensive health plans, generous PTO, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of relevant experience in engineering program management or technical project management.
• Solid technical baseline with a hands-on mentality.
• Ability to engage deeply with complex systems.

Responsibilities

• Drive end-to-end project management for Satellite Security.
• Architect and maintain the overall SatSec programmatic schedule.
• Represent the security team during project planning.

Skills

Engineering program management

Technical project management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science or related technical field

Job description

Planetlabs is seeking an Engineering Program Manager for Special Projects in San Francisco. This full-time, hybrid role involves leading project management efforts focused on space security initiatives and coordinating schedules across engineering teams.

The ideal candidate will possess 6+ years of relevant experience, expertise in managing hardware/software product lifecycles, and strong communication skills. Benefits include comprehensive health plans, generous PTO, and tuition reimbursement.