Stratolaunch is a technology accelerator that engineers operationally realistic testing at Mach 5+. Our air-launched, Talon testbeds are reusable, cost-effective platforms that enable routine access to the hypersonic environment. We deliver flight data critical to validating system performance and achieving rapid technology deployment. Together with our customers, we drive innovations that are imperative to advancing national security.

NOTE: This is a 6-month contract with the ability to extend

To achieve these great efforts, Stratolaunch (https://www.stratolaunch.com/) is seeking a Program Manager with a minimum of 5-years of experience to lead an integrated team. This role is responsible for program execution including program cost, schedule, and customer satisfaction, while providing program leadership to both internal and external customers.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Work with engineering & shop teams to keep the schedule updated based on real time events

• Assist PM in providing look ahead tasking reports on what needs to be accomplished over the next week, then tracking and following through the work execution (both Engineering & Technical).

• Assist technician team & shop leadership to identify work available, work that could be available from engineering, identify and fix issues preventing work such as insufficient parts, tooling, technicians, or other blockers.

• Work with various manufacturing leads, ( Director of Ground Operations, Director of Manufacturing, Electrical Lead, etc .) to technicians are continuing to work on the program priorities and all loops are closed.

• Assist Engineering & Procurement teams with part orders, tracking need to order dates, need to received dates, etc. Assist by creating purchase orders, finding alternate vendors, assist with vendor management, verify and manage Program Master BOM to track part availability & program costs.

• Assist PM & finance team in calculation of budget by providing estimations on time and materials to perform projects.

• Assist PM & Operations team to plan travel itineraries, book travel, re-plan as required

• Identify Company level facility needs within the schedule, and report to IMS, such as ramp needs, hangar needs, etc.

• Work with manufacturing to identify future staffing counts

• Working with Program Managers, identify sections of schedule or build management they can own & manage

• Work with Program Managers, establish metrics for work orders released, work orders completion etc., update and use Metrics to illustrate the program status

• Assist the GSE engineering effort by creating and maintaining a detail GSE BOM leading to predictable costs, adequate spares plan, reliable delivery dates, etc.

• Facilitate problem solving when GSE parts are not alliable

• Manage GSE engineering as PM focusing on engineering planning and shop planning for GSE build. Predict shop staffing, predict GSE completion dates.

Qualifications :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required

• Knowledge of, and experience with, one or more of these disciplines: aerospace program management, subcontracts and procurement, personnel management, aircraft systems, aircraft operations, launch vehicle integration, ground systems

• Experience with technical aerospace leadership, including working with subcontractors

• Experience with prototype manufacturing or low-rate production

• Experience with risk management

• Facilitation skills and ability to communicate technical challenges and guidance to varied audiences to gain support or resolve concerns

• Strong analytical problem-solving skills and ability to implement sound critical thinking skills

• Ability to work on their own initiative and prioritize tasking to fit within the business goals

• Ability to obtain a security clearance at the Top Secret level

• Ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities

• Ability to operate in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

Preferred

• Experience with government agencies ( customers and regulatory )

• Experience with air-launch programs

• Launch vehicle and/or aircraft integration experience

• Large transport category or military aircraft operations experience

• Experience with classified programs and working in a classified environment

• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification

Required computer skills

• MS Office ( Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint )

• MS Project

• Project management tools

Education/experience/certifications

• Senior Level($117,000-$153,000): Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Science (BS) or higher in a Business Management/Business Administration and/or Engineering discipline from an accredited institution and 5-plus years of relevant experience, OR equivalent combination of education and experience

• Staff Level ($152,500-$200,000): Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Science (BS) or higher in a Business Management/Business Administration and/or Engineering discipline from an accredited institution and 10-20 years of relevant experience, OR equivalent combination of education and experience

• Principal Level ($175,500-$230,300): Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Science (BS) or higher in a Business Management/Business Administration and/or Engineering discipline from an accredited institution and 20+ years of relevant experience, OR equivalent combination of education and experience

Special remarks regarding work environment

• Travel estimated to be approximately <5%

• Position is based in Mojave, CA

• Six (6) Month Contract Position with the possibility to extend

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Benefits (https://careers.stratolaunch.com/benefits/) and our location(s) :

• 9/80 schedule

• Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs)

• Paid Maternity and Parental Leave

• 50% company match per contributed dollar into 401(k) savings plan, up to $11,500

• Tuition reimbursement

Mojave Air & Spaceport is located 95 miles north of Los Angeles. To outsiders it may seem like it is the middle-of-nowhere, but it offers both affordability and central access to a variety of California’s best attractions and landmarks. Hikers will find themselves within a 2-3 hours distance of some of the best state and national parks, including Yosemite and Sequoia in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Skiers will delight in being closely distanced to world-class resorts at Mammoth Mountain, Mountain High, and Big Bear. Beachgoers can find plenty of sand, sun, and sunsets at both Southern and Central California beaches like Ventura, Huntington, Santa Monica, and Pismo. The area also offers plenty of rural area for off-roading and horseback riding enthusiasts.

Not much for the outdoors and prefer the city life? You’re within a half day’s drive or less of Los Angeles, San Diego, Las Vegas, and San Francisco where you can find a variety of live entertainment, museums, tours, and historical sight-seeing. Theme parks are in abundance, with Six Flags Magic Mountain, Disneyland, and Knotts Berry Farm ready to meet the needs of rollercoaster thrill seekers.

Food and drink fanatics are in a haven of delectable choices. Wine aficionados will also find easy access to some of the state’s best vino in Paso Robles, Santa Ynez, and even more locally in Tehachapi and Agua Dulce. Beer fanatics will find some of the best West Coast IPAs at Bravery and Lucky Luke’s in Lancaster. Any food option you crave is covered, and we always recommend the authentic and fresh Mexican food that you won’t find anywhere else in the United States.

Applicants must be a US Person to be considered for this role :

To be considered for this position, applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined in 22 C.F.R. 120.67, which includes (a) U.S. citizens; (b) U.S. nationals; (c) U.S. lawful permanent residents; (d) persons granted refugee status; and (e) persons granted asylum .

Stratolaunch is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at our company. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Our management team does not tolerate discrimination or harassment at any point during our employees’ and applicants’ time with us, especially with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law :

https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf

Job Category: Program Management

Req ID: 156