Project Manager - Ground Systems Infrastructure Establishment

SSC Space•Lower Gwynedd Township, PA

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

SSC Space is seeking a dedicated Ground Systems Infrastructure Establishment (GSIE) Project Manager to join their Connect team. This role is responsible for delivering new ground station and antenna infrastructure, providing programmatic and technical guidance, and leading projects by coordinating contractor and SSC teams across various locations and time zones. The ideal candidate will share SSC's core values of Customer Passion, Care, Collaboration, Curiosity, and Courage, and be passionate about people and creating an awesome workplace. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the space industry and help Earth benefit from space.

Requirements

Engineering degree (Electrical, Satcom/Telecom, Aerospace, or similar), or equivalent professional experience.
Experience managing technical projects involving construction, installation, or refurbishment of technical infrastructure.
Ability to coordinate suppliers, contractors, and stakeholders across countries and time zones.
Knowledge of project controls, including budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, and risk management.
Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, JIRA).
Ability to communicate complex technical and program information clearly to senior stakeholders and management.
Willingness to travel internationally as required.
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage competing priorities, deadlines, and project delivery in a dynamic environment.
Strong communicator and problem solver with proven negotiation skills, able to translate complex technical issues into business, cost, and risk impacts while driving continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

Experience delivering satellite ground stations, telecommunications sites, antenna systems, or related infrastructure.
Background in systems engineering within satellite, telecommunications, aerospace, or similar technical domains.
Professional project management certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2).
Demonstrated progression through increasing levels of project or technical leadership responsibility.

Responsibilities

Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of ground station, antenna, and associated infrastructure projects worldwide.
Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, risks, resources, and performance to ensure successful project outcomes.
Provide timely and effective reporting to senior management on project status, risks, issues, and key decisions.
Manage contractor procurement, supplier performance, site assessments, and licensing activities.
Coordinate project logistics, including the import and export of specialized equipment.
Ensure all project deliverables meet agreed requirements for scope, schedule, cost, quality, safety, and compliance.
Promote safe working practices and ensure adherence to applicable regulatory, environmental, and sustainability requirements.
Support business development activities, including proposal preparation, bid support, and technical evaluations.
Facilitate effective collaboration between engineering, operations, commercial, and external partner organizations.