Program Manager

Job Description

SEAKR Engineering is seeking a high-energy, early to mid-career program manager to lead the design, development, test, and delivery of state-of-the-art satellite electronics. The ideal candidate will be fully empowered to deliver exceptional products on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Deliver program to schedule, cost, quality, and performance parameters via coordination and direction of all program activities for a moderate complexity program
• Primary interface with customer community, vendors, and internal personnel
• Motivate and provide leadership for broader program team
• Manage interdepartmental requirements and resources across matrixed engineering departments, including engineering, business development, contracts, and finance
• Create and maintain baseline schedules, changes logs, scope, and costs, along with monitoring key metrics on program health
• Develop and implement proactive risk management processes
• Lead cross-functional efforts for major program gate reviews
• Organize and manage change control processes and support negotiation and change proposal efforts

Qualifications

• A Bachelor of Science in Engineering or equivalent is required
• An advanced degree is desired
• 5-12 years of experience are desired
• Multi-dimensional skills such as working well with people, ability to self-teach, ability to lead and adjudicate technical decision-making, and drive to dive-in and help at any level or function when challenges arise are key characteristics for a successful PM candidate
• Prior subcontract management experience is desired
• Prior experience leading teams on coordinated technical efforts is desired

Additional Information

Compensation: Base salary range is $130,000-$180,000, depending on qualifications. SEAKR offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a generous 401(k) retirement plan, and a year-end bonus. SEAKR also provides paid leave options such as vacation, sick, bereavement, and FMLA. SEAKR is an Equal Opportunity Employer and US Citizenship is required.