Engineering Operations Manager
Core
Ensures complex space system projects are executed with clarity, accountability, and strong cross-functional coordination, reducing risk and enabling high-quality outcomes.
Role type
Senior Engineering Operations Manager (Space Systems)
Builds
Next-generation satellite designs and major technology upgrades
Domain
Aerospace / Space Systems / Defense & ISR
Required skills
Project lifecycle planning, Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) creation, risk assessment and mitigation, resource allocation, technical acumen for space systems, stakeholder management, schedule ownership, design-to-build process implementation
Preferred skills
Contingency planning, supply chain alignment, technical decision facilitation
Technologies
Project management tools, Design-to-Build frameworks
Responsibilities
Perform work breakdown (WBS), build and monitor project timelines, identify and mitigate risks, align with supply chain on prioritization, run project management processes, implement design-to-build standards
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership authority