Program Manager II/Senior Program Manager I

About the role

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more – all with the goal of opening access to space. The rockets and satellites we build and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations.

Responsibilities

• Define program requirements (external & internal) based on customer proposals
• Regularly interface with Engineering leadership and systems engineer
• Maintain relationships with customers and work to build long-term partnerships
• Facilitate cross-functional planning and project execution, ensuring the project is delivered on time, within budget, and consistent with business strategy and expectations
• Communicate with all levels of the organization the objectives, status, risks, and needs for the program
• Create and review technical requirements
• Identify key risks and collaboratively prepare contingency plans

Requirements

• 2+ years of program management experience in product development environment within aerospace manufacturing or a similar industry, or 2+ years of product or project engineering
• New Product Development (NPD) or New Product Introduction (NPI) experience
• BS or BA in engineering, business, or a relevant field
• Demonstrated competence in problem-solving, data analysis, project planning
• Experience following federally mandated requirements of U.S. export control laws

Qualifications

• Program Manager II: 2+ years of program management experience in product development environment within aerospace manufacturing or a similar industry, or 2+ years of product or project engineering experience
• Senior Program Manager I: 5+ years of program management experience in product development environment within aerospace manufacturing or a similar industry, or 5+ years of product or project engineering experience in New Product Development (NPD) or New Product Introduction (NPI) experience (Includes minimum 1 year of Program Management Experience)
• New Product Development, Senior Program Manager II: 8+ years of program management experience in product development environment within aerospace manufacturing or a similar industry, 8+ years of product or project engineering experience in New Product Development (NPD) or New Product Introduction (NPI) experience (Clear understanding of how the manufacturing validation process runs in relation to new products (methodology, validation plans, associated KPIs). Able to facilitate continuous development and betterment of New Product process(es) Outstanding problem-solving skills; adverse in various problem-solving methodologies BS or BA in engineering, business, or a relevant field Demonstrated competence in problem-solving, data analysis, project planning Experience following federally mandated requirements of U.S. export control laws)

Skills

• Passionate drive to learn new concepts and take on new challenges
• Outstanding attention to detail and high-quality outputs
• Strong communication skills to effectively communicate at all levels of the organization enabling efficient decision-making
• Familiarity with common aerospace manufacturing and test processes
• Familiarity with common metal fabrication processes (CNC, EDM, lathe, stamping, additive, etc.)

Benefits

• Top tier medical HMO, PPO & a 100% company-sponsored HSA plan option
• Dental and vision coverage
• 3 weeks paid vacation and 7 days sick leave per year
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Flexible spending and dependent care savings accounts
• Paid parental leave
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Access to a 401(k) retirement plan with company match

Pay

$107,000 USD - $135,000 USD

Schedule

Not specified