Spacecraft Program Manager (TS//SCI)

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary customer interface, ensuring alignment between mission requirements and K2 Space’s technology offerings.
• Shape new opportunities and architectures by collaborating with stakeholders, defining program requirements, and aligning efforts with long-term strategic objectives.
• Oversee all aspects of programs from contract award through integration, test, launch, and on-orbit operations, ensuring mission success and contract fulfillment.
• Lead proposal efforts, ensuring technical feasibility, cost-effectiveness, and alignment with long-term engineering objectives.
• Work closely with engineering teams to assess vehicle readiness, manage technical and contractual changes, and mitigate risks.
• Lead customer reviews, deliver technical briefings, negotiate requirements, and maintain strong relationships with government stakeholders.
• Operate effectively in a rapidly evolving startup where agility, autonomy, and proactive problem-solving are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering or science discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in program management, systems engineering, or operations of government programs.
• Deep understanding of launch vehicles, spacecraft, or other aerospace systems.
• Active Top Secret or Top Secret SCI clearance
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Nice to Have

• Master’s degree or PhD in an engineering or science discipline.
• 10+ years of program management, project management, systems engineering, or operations.
• Experience with Spacecraft mission design, development, integration, and/or test.
• Experience with management or program leadership.
• Proven ability to innovate in process improvement and system architectures.
• Experience working in the US national security community as a service member, civil servant, or contractor
• Experience with contracts and contract negotiations
• Demonstrated track record of project ownership, responsibility for execution, and successful outcomes
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time

Compensation and Benefits

Base salary range for this role is $125,000 - $185,000 + equity in the company

Salary will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience level

Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, medical/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, paid parental leave, and many other perks