Program Manager, Aerospace - 080QE
About the role
Quartus Engineering Incorporated is a leading provider of engineering services and integrated hardware solutions for various clients and industries. They utilize advanced computer-aided engineering tools in areas such as optics, structural, thermal, and coupled analyses. Quartus combines these capabilities with design, prototype, integration, and testing to deliver valuable solutions to their clients.
About Aerospace Program Management
Custom optical systems for aerospace applications are a core business area for Quartus. Their work encompasses spaceborne, airborne, and ground-based systems for imaging, spectroscopy, lasercom, LiDAR, energy transfer, and other applications. The development process typically begins with mission objectives, proceeds through design and analysis phases, and ends with hardware build and test. Clients include established government entities like NASA and innovative "new space" startups.
Essential Job Functions
Manage programs from concept to completion, ensuring engineering technical approach, quality/customer expectations, budgetary, and timeline objectives are met.
May be a key technical contributor on project work, performing tasks such as design, analysis, procurement, hardware build and test.
Work closely with resource managers and team leads to allocate resources efficiently, optimizing utilization across projects while maintaining high employee engagement.
Identify potential risks and challenges, developing comprehensive risk management plans to proactively address and mitigate these issues.
Establish and maintain strong relationships with key clients, acting as a trusted advisor and understanding their unique requirements.
Collaborate with the sales team to identify opportunities for business expansion and ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
Champion a culture of continuous improvement by evaluating and enhancing program management methodologies, tools, and processes.
Foster a collaborative and transparent work environment, encouraging effective communication and knowledge sharing across project teams and departments.
Location
The position is based in San Diego, CA with a hybrid schedule. The hybrid work arrangement is subject to change based on business needs, including training, performance, or other operational requirements. Any physical location change may impact future employment.
What are we looking for?
A BS in engineering or a related STEM field.
At least 8 years of relevant experience.
Experience with sensor payload system development.
Must be a US Person (US Citizen or US Permanent Resident).
Preferred Qualifications
Active DoD Secret or Top Secret Clearance.
Experience with DoD related component systems development through low rate initial production.
Pay and Benefits
Program Manager pay range: $126,070 – $205,997. This range represents base pay. Additional benefits include a discretionary performance-based bonus, employee stock ownership plan, medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) plan with company match.
Quartus is an equal opportunity employer and provides comprehensive benefits including a competitive salary, a company match on the 401(k) plan, and more. Referral eligibility is available at Tier 2.