Senior Mission Manager – New Space Leader
A pioneering force in the space industry is seeking a Senior Mission Manager to drive critical programs from inception to execution. In this role, you will serve as the primary technical liaison for customers, ensuring mission success through seamless coordination with internal and external stakeholders. You’ll work across multiple teams, overseeing deliverables, schedules, and technical communication to maintain alignment with key partners.
This position requires a blend of technical expertise, strategic oversight, and customer engagement. You will be instrumental in managing mission timelines, coordinating major reviews, and facilitating discussions between engineering, operations, and external partners. Expect a fast-paced, dynamic environment where your ability to navigate complex challenges and drive results will be valued. Limited travel may be required.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the technical point of contact for assigned programs
- Manage schedules, deliverables, and stakeholder communications
- Oversee coordination with launch providers and regulatory entities
- Go-to person for all vendors and government agencies.
- Support contract reviews and proposal development
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize mission success
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a technical field
- 5+ years of experience managing space-related programs
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Ability to manage government or commercial programs, desirably USG
- Familiarity with mission operations, launch services, or spacecraft systems and integration
Preferred
- 6+ years of experience in the space sector
- Active or reactivatable security clearance
- Experience in a start-up or fast-growth environment
I am keen to speak to senior candidates who have strong experience with the above and have managed USG programs/missions – please apply. This is exciting.