Program Manager I

CesiumAstro•Austin, TX

About The Position

The Program Manager I supports successful execution of assigned programs by coordinating program plans, schedules, resources, and cross-functional activities that support customer commitments and business objectives. The role contributes to program performance by managing execution, monitoring cost, schedule, and technical performance, and coordinating effectively across internal teams and external stakeholders. Working with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, Finance, Product Management, Business Development, and customers, the Program Manager I supports program planning, customer communications, risk management, and execution. The role helps ensure programs are delivered in accordance with contractual requirements, business objectives, and customer expectations.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Program Management, Operations Management, Supply Chain, or a related field with 5–8 years of related experience; alternatively, a master's degree with 3–6 years of related experience in program management, project management, operations, engineering, manufacturing, or a related discipline.
Strong knowledge of program management principles, project planning, risk management, and customer relationship management.
Understanding of program lifecycle management, integrated product development, production planning, and operational execution.
Experience using program management tools, ERP systems, and business reporting applications.
Analytical thinking and ability to evaluate program performance, identify risks, and recommend practical solutions.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple program priorities, schedules, and deliverables.
Effective communication and collaboration with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, Finance, Product Management, Business Development, and customers.
Attention to detail when managing program documentation, schedules, contractual requirements, and customer communications.
Strategic thinking to balance customer expectations, program objectives, and business priorities.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
Experience with ERP systems such as Oracle, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, NetSuite, or equivalent platforms.
Experience with program and project management applications such as Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Jira, Primavera, or equivalent applications.
Experience with business intelligence and reporting tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or equivalent applications.
Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, conditional resident, asylee, or refugee (protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Responsibilities

Lead assigned program execution by developing and maintaining program plans, schedules, milestones, and deliverables.
Coordinate day-to-day program activities to align with cost, schedule, technical, and quality objectives.
Monitor program performance and recommend corrective actions for schedule, cost, or execution risks.
Support product development, production, and customer delivery activities.
Serve as the primary contact for assigned customers on routine program execution activities.
Coordinate customer meetings, program reviews, status reports, and action items.
Build productive working relationships with customers and internal stakeholders.
Communicate program status, risks, and key milestones to leadership and customers.
Coordinate activities across Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, Finance, Product Management, and Business Development.
Facilitate integrated product team meetings, program reviews, and cross-functional planning sessions.
Identify program risks, issues, and dependencies, and coordinate mitigation plans.
Support proposal transition, contract kickoff, and production readiness activities, as applicable.
Assist with implementing program management process improvements and operational initiatives.
Maintain program documentation, schedules, risk registers, and action item trackers.
Contribute to continuous improvement of program management processes, reporting, and execution methodologies.
Support compliance with contractual requirements, company procedures, and customer expectations.