Program Manager IV (Aerospace)

Voyager Technologies • Folsom, CA

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Voyager Technologies is seeking a Program Manager IV for Defense & National Security to manage all phases of program execution. The role develops program-management documentation, including monthly status reports, PDR/CDR materials, program plans, CDRLs, and presentations for technical teams, management, subcontractors, and customers. The position reports to the Director of Advanced Technology Programs and is part of the Science & Technologies department. It is based in Reno, Nevada, with an onsite or hybrid work arrangement, and requires travel up to 25% to customer locations.

The Program Manager plans, directs, and monitors projects to maintain scope, schedule, and budget, and is responsible for project-level profit and loss. The role coordinates resources and works with project staff to guide budgeting and execution and ensure deliverables are met. It also identifies and escalates risks and issues, serves as the primary customer contact, pursues new and follow-on business, supports proposals, and ensures adherence to internal program-management processes.

Applicants must have a current DoD Secret Clearance and be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance at the appropriate level. The role requires U.S. citizenship for clearance eligibility; applicants must also meet applicable U.S. export-control requirements. The good-faith base salary range is $128,600–$245,900. Voyager describes its total compensation package as including flexible time off, medical, dental and vision coverage, gym membership options, a 401(k) plan with company matching, wellness programs, and additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree emphasizing Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree.
• 15 or more years of program-management experience, including 10 years managing Department of Defense propulsion-related programs.
• Direct responsibility for generating, managing, and owning Integrated Master Schedules, Integrated Master Plans, and Earned Value Management.
• Direct experience managing large subcontracts.
• Experience managing programs for U.S. Government customers.
• Ability to multitask in a highly collaborative team environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to solve problems quickly and completely.
• General knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.
• Must have a current DoD Secret Clearance.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance at the appropriate level; clearance eligibility requires U.S. citizenship.
• Must be a U.S. Person and eligible to obtain required export authorizations.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree emphasizing Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree.
• Experience managing rocket-propulsion defense-system programs.
• Experience managing Missile Defense Agency programs with MAP/PMAP requirements.
• Experience briefing executive management and customers on program status, risks, and future plans.
• Experience using Integrated Program Management Tools.
• Basic understanding of solid rocket motor design and operation.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and monitor projects to maintain work scope, schedule, and budget.
• Manage project-level profit and loss.
• Define, generate, and review project-management materials.
• Ensure required resources—including engineering, manpower, production, and facilities—are available for the program.
• Guide assigned project staff regarding program budgeting and execution.
• Work with project staff to ensure program deliverables are met satisfactorily.
• Identify program risks and issues early, elevate them proactively, and ensure appropriate action is taken.
• Serve as the primary customer contact for project information.
• Pursue follow-on and new business opportunities directly with customers.
• Ensure adherence to internal Program Management processes.
• Participate in customer meetings, peer reviews, and problem-solving meetings.
• Contribute to proposals for follow-on work.
• Travel to customer locations, up to 25% of the time.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Flexible Time Off (FTO).
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company and many benefits paid at 100% for employees.
• Flexible, affordable gym memberships with access to more than 12,700 nationwide options; no long-term contracts and free on-demand workout videos before enrollment.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%.
• Company wellness programs supporting physical and mental well-being.
• Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources.
• Opportunity to work alongside a talented team in an innovative, mission-driven environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior