Spacecraft Technical Program Manager
- Pay
- $180,000 – $215,000 per year
- Location
- San Jose, CA
- Listed
- 30 days ago
Our People
Daring problems require daring solutions. We boldly charge into uncharted territory knowing that no matter the outcome we will benefit from the journey and move closer to our goals no matter what. Our teams know that working at Momentus means more than building innovative technology, it means creating entirely new markets in the space economy. We are level-headed, business-minded strategic thinkers intent on providing immediate value to our customers today while simultaneously preparing for the vast possibilities of the future. If this sounds like you, we should talk.
Job Summary
We are seeking a Spacecraft Technical Program Manager to support our Spacecraft Programs and will identify needed resources for projects, define and assign major program roles, lead the establishment of and sets integrated based budget and schedule baselines, and monitor work accomplished to baseline plans to ensure rate of work completion is sufficient to meet program/product schedules. The ideal candidate should be accustomed to working in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working on the balance between program risks and opportunities with executable strategies to meet technical requirements and budgets.
Key Responsibilities
- Responsible for execution of spacecraft programs that cover the entire program lifecycle - proposal development, kickoff, development, test, build and launch
- Lead analysis of contractual requirements, prepare cost and time estimates, and identify associated risks & opportunities during business development and major program phases.
- Manage Program Master Schedule for the spacecraft program that span kick off through Launch Mission Operations
- Manage Program Master Budgets and Risks, Issues and Opportunities
- The ability to manage cost, schedule, financial, and technical performance requirements to ensure performance in support of the contract milestones of the system technical requirements
- Identifies when issues need to be escalated and alert appropriate staff within the organization and programs
- Ability to use proposal plans and strategies to implement executable, cohesive program plans
- Experience identifying issues, tracking progress, and following through with effective corrective actions plan
- Experience managing programs using program schedules, earned value, risks, slack time, and critical path
- Ability to quickly assess a situation and make sound, proactive decisions
- Plan for resource allocation needs and work with Department Managers for staffing
- Oversee execution and burndown of Program Risks
- Continuous process improvement within the program management organization
- Strategize, implement, and maintain program initiatives that adhere to organizational objectives
- Provide weekly metrics to progress
Required Skills and Experience
- Experience in aerospace or related industry
- Outstanding working knowledge of change management principles and performance evaluation processes
Desired Skills and Experience
- Working knowledge of spacecraft design and manufacturing
- Knowledge of JIRA, MS Project or related tools
- Knowledge of systems engineering best practices
Education & Work Experience
- BS, MS degree in engineering, or related field
- 10+ year relevant experience managing complex programs where precision and attention to detail are critical to success
- Strong technical expertise
Annual Base Salary Range
$180,000 to $215,000/per year
Base pay is one part of our total compensation package (base+bonus+equity) and is determined within a range. Your actual base salary will be determined on job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Our benefit plans include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k retirement plan, short and long term disability and life insurance. We also offer flexible PTO, along with 11 paid holidays, sick time and paid parental leave.
This is a full-time position in San Jose, California, Hybrid, or Remote. This position requires access to export-controlled commodities, technical data, technology, software, and services. U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3) is required.
To all recruitment agencies: Momentus does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our employees or any company email. Momentus will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
Our Company
As an early mover in the in-space transportation and infrastructure services, Momentus is at the forefront of the commercialization of space. With an experienced team of aerospace, propulsion, and robotics engineers, Momentus has developed a cost-effective and energy-efficient in-space transport system.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
From Momentus Space's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 10, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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