Senior Program Manager
About The Position
At Turion Space , we’re on a mission to secure Earth and expand humanity’s reach beyond it. We’re developing spacecraft for national security, in-space servicing, and orbital debris removal. As we prepare for upcoming launches and expand our portfolio of government and commercial programs, we’re looking for a Senior Program Manager to drive execution across teams and ensure successful delivery from concept through launch. This role is based at our Irvine, California headquarters. As a Senior Program Manager at Turion, you’ll be responsible for leading programs across their entire lifecycle from proposal and contract negotiations to execution, delivery, and closeout. You’ll work cross-functionally with engineering, supply chain, operations, and leadership to manage scope, schedule, budget, and customer communications. A successful candidate will bring experience working with commercial customers, U.S. Government agencies (e.g., DoD, Space Force, NASA), and leading integrated teams.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or business.
- 8+ years of experience in program management, mission management, or project management, preferably in the aerospace or defense industry.
- Proven success managing programs through all lifecycle phases: proposal, capture, planning, execution, delivery, and closeout.
- Experience managing prime programs with budgets of $100M or more.
- Proficient in Microsoft Project or similar scheduling tools.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance.
- Ability to travel up to 25%.
Nice To Haves
- 5+ Years of engineering experience in an aerospace environment (Electrical, Mechanical, Software, Systems)
- Experience working on LEO or GEO surveillance and reconnaissance programs.
- PMP certification or equivalent training in formal program management methodologies.
- Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or Agile practices in hardware development environments.
- Demonstrated experience interfacing with government agencies, especially U.S. Space Force, Air Force, or NASA.
- Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience in rapid prototyping and hardware fielding environments.
- Active TS/SCI clearance.
Responsibilities
- Lead planning and execution for one or more spacecraft or mission programs, ensuring delivery against technical, schedule, and cost objectives.
- Serve as the primary interface with government and commercial customers, cultivating relationships and representing Turion in all program-related matters.
- Build and manage program teams and external supplier relationships to meet contractual and technical requirements.
- Develop program execution strategies, master schedules, and detailed program plans, coordinating across all internal functions.
- Monitor and report program performance metrics, financials, risks, and opportunities to internal and external stakeholders.
- Support proposal development, business capture activities, and contract negotiations.
- Drive continuous alignment between customer goals and internal team execution, proactively identifying issues and mitigating risks.
Benefits
- Equity: Receive equity in Turion Space, letting you benefit from the company's success
- Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their dependents.
- Retirement Plans: Access to a 401(k) plan to help you plan for your future.
- Paid Time Off: Generous vacation days, personal days, sick days, and holidays to ensure you have time to recharge.
- Professional Development: Opportunities for ongoing training, workshops, and courses to advance your skills and career growth.
- Team Building Activities: Regular social events, team outings, and company-sponsored activities to foster a positive work environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Number of Employees
51-100 employees
