Program Manager V (Aerospace)

Voyager Technologies, Inc. • Folsom, CA

4d • $180,405 - $310,400 • Hybrid

About The Position

Voyager Technologies is seeking a Program Manager V 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, program management CDRLs, and presentations for technical teams, management, subcontractors, and customers. The position is part of the Science & Technologies department, reports to the Director of Advanced Technology Programs, and is based in Reno, Nevada. It may be performed onsite or hybrid. Travel of up to 25% is required, including possible overnight travel within the continental United States. The role requires a current DoD Secret Clearance and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance at the appropriate level; U.S. citizenship is required for clearance eligibility. Applicants must also meet U.S. Person and export authorization requirements.

The position manages project scope, schedule, budget, and project-level profit and loss; coordinates resources and execution with project staff; ensures deliverables are met; identifies and elevates program risks and issues; and serves as the primary customer contact for project information. It also supports customer meetings, reviews, problem-solving, business development, and proposals for follow-on work.

The stated good-faith base salary range is $180,405–$310,400. 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.
• 20+ years of program management experience, including 10–15 years managing Department of Defense propulsion-related programs.
• Direct experience generating, managing, and owning Integrated Master Schedules, Integrated Master Plans, and Earned Value Management.
• Direct experience managing large subcontracts.
• Experience briefing executive management and customers on program status, risks, and future plans.
• Experience managing programs for U.S. Government customers.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Visio, Excel, and Project.
• Willingness to seek out and assume increasing responsibilities as workload changes.
• Ability to multitask in a highly collaborative team environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Travel availability up to 25%, including possible overnights within the continental United States.
• Must have a current DoD Secret Clearance.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level; U.S. citizenship is required for this clearance requirement.
• Must meet U.S. Person requirements and be eligible to obtain required U.S. 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 performing business development activities directly with funding customer offices.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and monitor projects to maintain work scope, schedule, and budget, and manage project-level profit and loss.
• Define, generate, and review project management materials.
• Ensure required engineering, manpower, production, and facility resources are available for the program.
• Work with project staff to provide direction on budgeting and program execution.
• Work with project staff to ensure program deliverables are satisfactorily completed.
• Work with VTS management to identify program risks and issues early, elevate them proactively, and ensure appropriate action.
• 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 up to 25% to customer locations.
• 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 locations nationwide and on-demand workout videos.
• 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 with a talented team in an innovative, mission-driven environment.

What This Job Offers

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