Sr Program Manager

sierraspace; Louisville (CO); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Sierra Space seeks a Senior Program Manager to lead a program or IPT with accountability for cost, schedule, and technical performance up to $250M. You will develop program plans, budgets, and schedules, monitor performance, and drive corrective actions in collaboration with engineering, finance, and operations.

You will communicate program status and risks to stakeholders, provide mentorship to junior managers, and develop Learning & Development programs to grow team capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Typically 12+ years of related experience.
• Senior-level project management certifications preferred (PfMP).
• Expert knowledge of program management areas including strategic and operational aspects.
• Leadership and business management to direct complex programs and multiple teams.
• Ability to manage high-profile, large-scale programs or a substantial portfolio.
• Advanced negotiation and conflict resolution in customer relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead a program or IPT with responsibility for cost, schedule, and technical performance.
• Develop, maintain, and execute comprehensive program plans and budgets.
• Monitor performance and implement corrective actions.
• Communicate program status and risks to stakeholders.
• Mentor junior managers and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Develop and initiate Learning & Development programs to enhance capabilities.

Skills

PfMP certification

Project management

Leadership

Negotiation

Stakeholder mgmt

Education

Bachelor's degree

Masters +10 yrs exp

Tools

EVMS

CAM

BOE

FAR

CAS

Job description

Sierra Space Careers:

At Sierra Space, we build the missions and systems that keep our world secure in the domain above Earth.

Sierra Space team members share a spirit of innovation and collaboration and a belief that we can deliver on the boldest missions in space today. Together with our customers, we aim to safeguard our nation, sustain human presence in space, and secure the freedom of operations in low Earth orbit and beyond.

Our success is measured by the trust of those who rely on what we build and deliver, and our technologies keep the United States and its allies mission-ready throughout space.

We are mission-driven, and together, we are an extraordinary team.

About the Role

The Sr. Program Manager is responsible for leading a program and has overall responsibility and authority for that program/contract's cost, schedule, and technical performance. This role involves comprehensive program planning, execution, and resource management to ensure successful program outcomes. They will have a proven record of successful program management execution, in-depth knowledge across all facets of program management, and proficiency in financial and performance metrics analysis. The Sr. Program Manager will collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve program objectives and develop and initiate Learning & Development programs. This position offers the opportunity to work on complex projects, stay updated with the latest industry trends, and contribute to the continuous improvement of program management processes.

In this role, you will lead a program and assume overall responsibility and authority for its cost, schedule, and technical performance, while being accountable for a program, Integrated Product Team (IPT), or portfolio of programs valued up to $250M. You will manage budgets, schedules, and execution in alignment with contractual requirements, developing and maintaining comprehensive program plans, schedules, and budgets. By monitoring program performance, you will implement corrective actions as needed to meet objectives, leveraging specific program management training in EVMS, CAM, BOE, FAR, and CAS to ensure success. You will apply advanced project management methodologies and tools, analyze financial and performance metrics to drive decisions and improvements, and collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, finance, and operations. Additionally, you will communicate program status, risks, and issues to stakeholders, prepare and deliver effective reports and presentations, and ensure compliance with all contractual and regulatory requirements. Building strong relationships with external customers and stakeholders will be critical, as will developing and initiating Learning & Development programs to enhance team capabilities. You will apply problem-solving skills to address challenges, lead a single program, an IPT, or a portfolio of programs, and provide mentorship to junior managers. Development Program Managers in this role should have a strong technical background or an engineering degree, while Sustaining Program Managers should possess technical acumen, even if they do not hold an engineering degree. With an external, customer-facing, end-to-end responsibility, you will lead management reviews, interface with financial teams, and drive complex program strategies. You will provide strategic knowledge of the organizational impact on programs, demonstrate proven leadership in removing obstacles that affect performance, and exhibit exceptional skills in high-level stakeholder management and decision-making. Mastery in leading organization-wide program strategies, the ability to lead interdisciplinary teams in program delivery, and strong leadership skills to execute programs without direct authority will be essential to your success.

About You

Our mission is driven by an unyielding commitment to advancing space-based technology in service of our customers and safeguarding national security. We seek individuals who are passionate about innovating beyond boundaries and relentlessly pursuing solutions that protect, preserve and empower - to join us in this critical mission.

We're looking for team members who align with our values, mission and goals - while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree or Masters +10 yrs experience).
• Typically 12+ years of related experience.
• Certifications: Senior-level project management certifications preferred (e.g., PfMP).
• Expert knowledge of all related program management areas, including strategic and operational aspects.
• Leadership and business management skills to direct complex programs and multiple teams.
• Ability to manage high-profile, large-scale programs or a substantial program portfolio.
• Advanced negotiation and conflict resolution in customer