Senior Launch Manager

About the role

For our client, we are seeking a Senior Launch Manager to join the team of a leader in the Aerospace & Defense space. This role will own launch campaign planning and execution, ensuring that complex mission activities are coordinated smoothly across internal teams and external partners. The position is focused on schedule discipline, risk mitigation, and readiness management for hardware- and software-dependent launch efforts. You will work closely with launch providers, technical stakeholders, and onsite teams to keep deliverables aligned and campaigns on track.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Responsibilities

• Oversee launch contracting, documentation, deliverables, and scheduling
• Develop integrated plans and schedules for testing and launch artifacts
• Manage daily tasking and deconfliction of launch campaign activities
• Create a training program for team members on launch procedures
• Act as the onsite launch lead representative during campaigns
• Build relationships with launch providers and track long-term opportunities
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with launch schedules

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent experience
• 8 years of direct project management or related experience
• Experience with complex systems involving hardware and software dependencies
• Background working with launch providers as a mission manager or integration lead
• Proficiency in managing schedules with critical dependencies
• Willingness to travel up to 50% for launch activities

Benefits

• 100% coverage of employee-only premiums for medical, dental, and vision
• 15 days of PTO, plus 11 company holidays and four floating holidays
• 401(k) with employer match and flexible spending accounts
• Employee stock purchase program and professional development opportunities
• Paid volunteer leave and parental leave
• Employer matching donations and travel assistance programs

Pay

$130,000 – $160,000 annually