Senior Program Manager (Space & Mission Systems)

Location: Hybrid; must work onsite three days per week in the Tempe, Arizona or Carlsbad, California office. Travel: 10%.

Salary: $180,500–$285,000 annually. For specific work locations in San Jose, the San Francisco Bay Area, and the New York City metropolitan area: $224,500–$336,500 annually.

Company

hirify.global develops satellite communications and advanced space systems for consumers, businesses, governments, and militaries worldwide.

What you will do

• Lead multiple concurrent initiatives developing and delivering advanced satellite communication solutions for space vehicles across all orbit regimes.
• Lead a cross-functional team responsible for advanced satellite communications development and delivery.
• Apply earned value management, variance analysis, risk management, and program dashboards to control cost, schedule, and performance.
• Coordinate personnel and resource allocation with functional and matrixed leadership.
• Oversee subcontractor procurement and performance, including alignment with technical, schedule, and financial objectives.
• Build customer relationships, report program status to senior stakeholders, and lead proposal strategy, cost estimation, and execution content.

Requirements

• At least 10 years of progressive experience in program or project management for complex technical development programs.
• Experience managing cost, schedule, and performance using EVM, variance analysis, risk management, and program dashboards.
• Experience managing supplier relationships throughout the subcontract lifecycle, including SOW development, performance tracking, and risk or issue escalation.
• Experience leading proposal development.
• Ability to independently define and resolve complex problems, anticipate program needs, and establish meaningful success metrics.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for explaining complex information to diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to build and lead cross-functional teams and mentor others while resolving complex challenges.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or a related technical discipline.
• US citizenship and willingness to obtain and maintain a US Government security clearance.

Nice to have

• Active US Government security clearance with SSBI/SCI eligibility.
• PMP certification or equivalent.
• Master’s degree in engineering, science, or business.
• Experience with US Government contracting and development program execution.
• Ability to contribute as a thought leader in strategic development and process improvement.
• Understanding of systems engineering, integration, production, or sustainment for defense systems.
• Experience supporting fully integrated space mission programs involving space vehicles, ground segments, and operations.
• Experience supporting payload or electronics development for space systems.
• Experience performing first-order, system-level analyses for technical and programmatic decisions.

Culture & Benefits

• Inclusive environment focused on innovation and positive impact.
• Medical, financial, and other benefits are available depending on the position.
• Additional cash or stock incentives may be provided.
• Equal opportunity employment and accommodation support are available.