Spaceflight Program Lead: Aerospace Contracts & EV/EVM

University of Colorado; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 182,820 - 202,064; Full time

Job summary

The University of Colorado Boulder seeks a Program Manager III to lead and execute complex aerospace contracts, provide program leadership, and ensure performance within budget, schedule, and technical specs. The role centers on space flight hardware development and direct interaction with program customers.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's in engineering/science, 10+ years in aerospace, 5+ years in leadership, and experience with subcontracting, risk management, and Earned Value.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or related field.
• 10+ years of aerospace experience; 5+ years in leadership roles.
• Master's degree or Ph.D. may substitute part of experience.
• Strong leadership and management in space flight hardware development.
• Subcontract management and supplier oversight experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation and execution of complex aerospace contracts.
• Provide overall program leadership, direction, and guidance.
• Develop and maintain metrics and data reports to monitor program performance.
• Address program challenges and develop mitigation plans.
• Serve as primary interface with the program customer and LASP representative.
• Ensure compliance with policies, assess risks, and mitigate.
• Manage budgets and capital equipment/facility projects.
• Implement risk and opportunity management processes.
• Lead change proposals with the customer pre-coordination.
• Mentor and lead junior program staff.

Skills

Program management

Leadership

Budget management

Earned Value

Risk management

Customer interface

Subcontract management

Spaceflight hardware

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/science

Master's degree or PhD may substitute

Tools

EVMS

Job description

The University of Colorado Boulder seeks a Program Manager III to lead and execute complex aerospace contracts, provide program leadership, and ensure performance within budget, schedule, and technical specs. The role centers on space flight hardware development and direct interaction with program customers.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's in engineering/science, 10+ years in aerospace, 5+ years in leadership, and experience with subcontracting, risk management, and Earned Value.