PA - Project Manager #3

SSC Space • Lower Gwynedd Township, PA

5h • Hybrid

About The Position

SSC Space is seeking a Project Manager for its Connect Service Delivery team. The role manages customer and internal projects for SSC’s global network of ground stations, supporting scientific, Earth observation, navigation, and telecom satellites. The Project Manager serves as the main customer contact during mission establishment and drives internal development projects through to completion. The position is based in Spring House, Pennsylvania, and requires employees to be in the office at least three days per week. It is a permanent, full-time role and requires a background check before employment.

Requirements

• University degree in information technology, engineering, business administration, or a similar field.
• At least 3 years of experience managing customer delivery projects, including international and remote teams.
• Experience in space, IT, telecommunications, or a similar technology-focused organization.
• Knowledge of waterfall project methodologies such as PPS, IPMA, or PMP.
• Leadership-oriented, structured, and organized.
• Technical and commercial aptitude, with strong financial and documentation skills.
• Excellent communication and social networking abilities.
• Self-starter who is process-oriented and comfortable challenging the status quo.
• Proficiency with JIRA, Confluence, MS Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, resource planning tools, and MS Project.
• Ambitious and driven, leads by example, and ensures project goals are met.
• Available to work in the office at least 3 days per week.
• Able to complete a background check prior to employment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with agile or Scrum methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, control, and close projects using defined success criteria and supporting documentation.
• Ensure project goals and deliverables are achieved in accordance with SSC’s project process.
• Act as the main point of contact for customers during the mission establishment phase.
• Provide professional project management and transparency for ongoing projects.
• Drive continuous improvement of the project process.
• Manage customer and internal projects, including internal development projects, through successful completion.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and AD&D coverage.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Accident and critical illness coverage.
• Pet insurance.
• 401(k) with company match and a Roth 401(k) option.
• Personal and career development opportunities.
• Access to office-campus amenities including a café, fitness center, conference facilities, outdoor patios, and walking trails.

What This Job Offers

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