Senior Technical Program Manager, Earth Observation
Core
Lead end-to-end execution of U.S. Government earth observation satellite programs from concept through on-orbit operations, ensuring cost, schedule, and technical performance baselines.
Role type
Senior Technical Program Manager (Aerospace/Defense)
Builds
LEO satellite constellations and mission-critical Earth Intelligence data
Domain
Space Systems / Earth Observation / Defense
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure
Required skills
Program management, cost/schedule/technical baseline ownership, U.S. Government contract execution, cross-functional engineering leadership, risk management, formal program event management, export control compliance
Preferred skills
Satellite/instrument program lifecycle leadership, remote sensing systems (EO/IR/RF), USSF Space Systems Command or JPL experience, PMP certification, security clearance eligibility
Technologies
Space vehicle development tools, Government contract management systems
Responsibilities
Own integrated master schedule and risk register; lead cross-functional technical exchanges; act as primary interface to Government customers; drive design trades and study conclusions; ensure compliance with ITAR/EAR and security requirements; convert program artifacts into proposal-ready material
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic accountability