{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"252efce048f4546d3fb7e443","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/252efce048f4546d3fb7e443","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/252efce048f4546d3fb7e443","title":"Development Program Manager","description":"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.To help achieve these efforts, Stratolaunch is seeking a Development Program Manager. In this role, you will report to the Program Element / Development Program Manager and be responsible for execution of programs/projects that will integrate into the broader Talon-A Launch System. You will interface with internal and external stakeholders on a regular basis to help develop requirements, manage schedules, and provide updates. You will be part of the hypersonic vehicle engineering team, collaborating with the manufacturing, engineering and operations. You will work with the Stratolaunch contracts team to ensure customer milestones are achieved. You will work with the hypersonic vehicle program management team to ensure the customer needs are communicated and integrated with program planning tools and flight manifests.ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIESLead an integrated product team through the full program life cycleDevelop budgets and schedules for managing assigned programsResponsible for cost, schedule, and customer satisfactionMake final decisions that affects cost and/or schedule constraintsImplement program management tools, as needed, to facilitate program executionContribute to developing statements of work, establishing program review gates, setting milestones with applicable entry and exit criteria, and evaluating subcontractor capabilitiesWork with the procurement team to ensure subcontractors are delivering products on deadline and within budgetEvaluate risks and mitigation plans to determine adequacy and effectivenessLead the creation of proposalsContribute to the company business plan with forecasts of schedule, budget, and personnelRegular and comprehensive communication to the Sr. Programs ManagerTravel, as needed, to support the company and programDemonstrate honesty, responsibility, integrity, and fulfillment of commitmentsQUALIFICATIONSREQUIREDKnowledge 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 systemsExperience with technical aerospace leadership, including working with subcontractorsExperience with prototype manufacturing or low-rate productionExperience with risk managementFacilitation skills and ability to communicate technical challenges and guidance to varied audiences to gain support or resolve concernsStrong analytical problem-solving skills and ability to implement sound critical thinking skillsAbility to work on their own initiative and prioritize tasking to fit within the business goalsAbility to obtain a security clearance at the TS levelAbility to quickly adapt to changing prioritiesAbility to operate in a dynamic, fast-paced environmentPREFERREDExperience with government agencies (customers and regulatory)Experience with air-launch programsLaunch vehicle and/or aircraft integration experienceLarge transport category or military aircraft operations experienceExperience with classified programs and working in a classified environmentProject Management Professional (PMP) CertificationEDUCATION & EXPERIENCESr. Program Manager ($120,500-$158,000): Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Science (BS) or higher in a Business Management/Business Administration and/or Engineering discipline from an accredited institution and 5-10 years of relevant experience, OR equivalent combination of education and experienceStaff Program Manager ($157,000-$206,000): 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+ years of relevant experience, OR equivalent combination of education and experienceSpecial remarks regarding work environment, if applicableThis position is located in Mojave, CASemi-frequent travel required to domestic locationsBase salary and leveling are established on a case-by-case basis. 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