Program Manager II

CesiumAstro•Austin, TX

About The Position

CesiumAstro is seeking a Program Manager II to support the successful execution of assigned programs by coordinating plans, schedules, resources, and cross-functional activities in support of customer commitments and business objectives. The role contributes to program performance by managing execution, monitoring cost, schedule, and technical performance, and coordinating internal teams and external stakeholders. The Program Manager II works with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, Finance, Product Management, Business Development, and customers. The role supports program planning, customer communications, risk management, and execution, ensuring programs align with contractual requirements, business objectives, and customer expectations. The work environment is described as dynamic and cross-functional, with hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Program Management, Operations Management, Supply Chain, or a related field, with 8–12 years of related experience; or a Master's degree with 6–8 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 skills with cross-functional teams and customers.
Attention to detail in managing program documentation, schedules, contractual requirements, and customer communications.
Ability to apply strategic thinking to balance customer expectations, program objectives, and business priorities.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
Must meet U.S. Government Space Technology Export Regulations eligibility requirements: be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain required U.S. Department of State authorizations.

Responsibilities

Lead execution of assigned programs 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 execution of product development, production, and customer delivery activities.
Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned customers regarding routine program execution.
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 improving program management processes, reporting, and execution methodologies.
Support compliance with contractual requirements, company procedures, and customer expectations.