Program Manager - Development

Stratolaunch accelerates the development of next-generation aerospace and defense technologies through reusable hypersonic flight testing. Our autonomous, air-launched Talon-A vehicles provide access to operationally realistic flight environments at speeds exceeding Mach 5, delivering critical data that helps customers validate system performance and advance technologies toward deployment. Our team brings together expertise in engineering, manufacturing, and flight operations to solve complex challenges and advance capabilities essential to national security. To help achieve these efforts, Stratolaunch is seeking a Development Program Manager. In this role, you will report to the Program Element / Development Program Manager and be responsible for execution of programs/projects that will integrate into the broader Talon-A Launch System. You will interface with internal and external stakeholders on a regular basis to help develop requirements, manage schedules, and provide updates. You will be part of the hypersonic vehicle engineering team, collaborating with the manufacturing, engineering and operations. You will work with the Stratolaunch contracts team to ensure customer milestones are achieved. You will work with the hypersonic vehicle program management team to ensure the customer needs are communicated and integrated with program planning tools and flight manifests. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Lead an integrated product team through the full program life cycle   Develop budgets and schedules for managing assigned programs    Responsible for cost, schedule, and customer satisfaction   Make final decisions that affects cost and/or schedule constraints   Implement program management tools, as needed, to facilitate program execution   Contribute to developing statements of work, establishing program review gates, setting milestones with applicable entry and exit criteria, and evaluating subcontractor capabilities   Work with the procurement team to ensure subcontractors are delivering products on deadline and within budget   Evaluate risks and mitigation plans to determine adequacy and effectiveness   Lead the creation of proposals    Contribute to the company business plan with forecasts of schedule, budget, and personnel   Regular and comprehensive communication to the Sr. Programs Manager   Travel, as needed, to support the company and program    Demonstrate honesty, responsibility, integrity, and fulfillment of commitments   Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Required Knowledge of, and experience with, one or more of these disciplines: aerospace program management, subcontracts and procurement, personnel management, aircraft systems, aircraft operations, launch vehicle integration, ground systems Experience with technical aerospace leadership, including working with subcontractors Experience with prototype manufacturing or low-rate production Experience with risk management Facilitation skills and ability to communicate technical challenges and guidance to varied audiences to gain support or resolve concerns Strong analytical problem-solving skills and ability to implement sound critical thinking skills Ability to work on their own initiative and prioritize tasking to fit within the business goals Ability to obtain a security clearance at the TS level Ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities Ability to operate in a dynamic, fast-paced environment  Preferred Experience with government agencies (customers and regulatory) Experience with air-launch programs Launch vehicle and/or aircraft integration experience Large transport category or military aircraft operations experience Experience with classified programs and working in a classified environment Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification Education and Experience Sr. Program Manager ($110,000-$134,600): Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Science (BS) or higher in a Business Management/Business Administration and/or Engineering discipline from an accredited institution and 8+ years of relevant experience, OR equivalent combination of education and experience   Staff Program Manager ($134,000-$158,600): Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Science (BS) or higher in a Business Management/Business Administration and/or Engineering discipline from an accredited institution and 10+ years of relevant experience, OR equivalent combination of education and experience   Special remarks regarding work environment, if applicable This position is located in Mojave, CA Relocation eligible to local area Semi-frequent travel required to domestic locations 9/80 schedule #LI-onsite #LI-AM1 Base salary and leveling are established on a case-by-case basis. We consider several factors to ensure a competitive offer, including your location, educational background, and a comprehensive assessment of the skills and experience demonstrated during your interviews. Benefits and our location(s) :  Healthcare ( medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs ) Paid Maternity and Parental Leave 50% company match per contributed dollar into 401(k) savings plan, up to $11,500 Tuition reimbursement This position may involve the operation of company vehicles as part of assigned duties. Mojave Air & Spaceport is located just outside of Lancaster/Palmdale and is only 95 miles north of Los Angeles.  The area offers both affordability and central access to a variety of California's best attractions and landmarks.   Not much for the outdoors and prefer the city life? You’re within a half day’s drive or less of Los Angeles, San Diego, Las Vegas, and San Francisc