Project/Program Manager (mid to senior level)

Redwire Space, Goleta, CA, United States

Duration: Full Time

Where dreams and reality collide and the output is, out of this world. At Redwire Space, we are a team of dreamers and doers. Where the impossible becomes possible, and every day is an opportunity to learn and get one step closer to knowing the unknown. Join us on our mission to expand humanity's presence in space.

The talented innovators in Goleta, CA are a leading developer and provider of satellite mechanisms, deployable structures and booms and deployable solar array systems to the global space market. The team is revolutionizing spaceflight and are currently being utilized on missions with NASA, the Department of Defense, and commercial space companies. With many more exciting projects on the horizon our team could use your curiosity, passion, talent and experience to help us Build Above.

Summary

We have a current opportunity for a Project/Program Manager to join our team in Goleta, CA. This role is responsible for program leadership and direction ensuring successful execution consistent with the budget, schedule, statement of work, technical specification, and contract deliverables.

Responsibilities

Manage program budget and resources needs throughout program period of performance.
Act as primary customer interface.
Create and manage daily/weekly/monthly milestones.
Assist PMO to develop and improve program management systems.
Drive business development/program growth and maintain in positive margins per metrics.
Work with multidisciplinary teams and leaders to enable successful execution of state-of-the-art projects from beginning to end.

Ideal Experience and Requirements

B.S./ B.A. with technical or financial emphasis required.
Minimum of 5 years of program management experience.
Strong attention to detail with advanced verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to manage, motivate, and push engineers to project deliverables.
Ability to travel - an average of 5% travel may be required. Most of the travel is local but some overnight travel may be required.
US Citizen (Green Card or Visa sponsorship not accepted).

Desired Skills

Minimum 3 years program management experience in hardware development projects.
Experience with Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Action processes.
Proficient with Microsoft software suite, including Project and SharePoint.
Experience with space mechanism design and aerospace guidelines.
Proven track record of leading a project team.

Grow with us as we innovate the next generation capabilities for a new era of space exploration! We offer a highly competitive benefits package along with a commitment to our core values of Integrity, Innovation, Impact, Inclusion, and Excellence.

Don't meet every single requirement above? No worries. We want people who can grow, collaborate and build a stronger team. We strive to build a diverse and inclusive culture, so if you're excited about this job posting, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Pay Range
$140,000-$175,000

How We Determine What We Pay (Compensation Philosophy)
Redwire determines pay for positions using local, national, and industry-specific survey data, for our locations throughout the US. We will evaluate external equity and the cost of labor/prevailing wage index, in the relative marketplace for jobs directly comparable to jobs within our company.
For new hires, we strive to make competitive offers allowing the new employee room for future growth. Salaries will be based on the applicant's level of experience, education, and specialized knowledge and skills. Additionally, we consider the external market rate, the amount we have budgeted internally, and internal equity within the company for the same position. An employee/candidate with a stronger skill set will receive higher pay.

Redwire is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Redwire is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

All offers of employment at Redwire are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check and your ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the US. Note that some positions will also require US citizenship or ability to obtain a security clearance due to requirements of a classified program.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR Click Here