{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"fa6bd377b717e5525f5cde21","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/fa6bd377b717e5525f5cde21","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/fa6bd377b717e5525f5cde21","title":"Senior Technical Program Manager","description":"Senior Technical Program Manager\r\nAstranis builds advanced satellites for high orbits, expanding humanity's reach into the solar system. Today Astranis satellites provide dedicated, secure networks to highly-sophisticated customers across the globe - large enterprises, sovereign governments, and the US military.With five satellites on orbit and many more set to launch soon, the company is servicing a backlog of more than $1 billion of commercial contracts. Astranis is the preferred satellite communications partner for buyers with stringent requirements for uptime, data security, network visibility, and customization.Astranis has raised over $1.2 billion from some of the world's best investors, including Andreessen Horowitz, Baillie Gifford, Blackrock, Fidelity, Franklin Templeton, and Snowpoint, and employs a team of 500 engineers and entrepreneurs. Astranis designs, builds, and operates its satellites out of its 153,000 sq. ft. headquarters in Northern California, USA.As the Technical Program Manager for an Astranis program, you will work with the Director to drive all aspects of program execution. This is a high-impact, high-visibility position within Engineering.RoleDevelop integrated schedule with measurable milestones for the program, manage interdependencies and critical pathsDrive priorities and execution across the programWork cross-functionally with Engineering, Production, Sales, Supply Chain and Finance to remove day-to-day execution obstacles and keep the program on scheduleOversee the program budget, balance cost across subsystems and make trade decisionsDrive rapid identification and resolution or program risks and changesLead cross-functional program and design reviewsCommunicate and track progress effectivelyNegotiate with internal stakeholders and develop negotiation strategies for external partnersWork with the program management team to develop company-wide program management processes and initiativesRequirementsExpertise in developing and managing program schedules and complex interdependencies using tools like Smartsheet or ProjectBachelor of Science (or similar) degree in an Engineering disciplineStrong communication skills, both internal and external facingProven ability to work in an ambiguous, fast paced environment, overcome obstacles with creative solutions, and clearly document/communicate tactical plans8 years engineering experience on large complex hardware programs4 years engineering management or project management experienceBonusFamiliarity with Smartsheet, Jira, Claude and ConfluenceWhat we offer:\r\nAll our positions offer a compensation package that includes equity and robust benefits.Base pay is just one component of Astranis's total rewards package. Your compensation also includes a significant equity package via incentive stock options, high-quality company-subsidized healthcare, disability and life insurance, 401(k) retirement planning, flexible PTO, and free on-site catered meals.Astranis pay ranges are informed and defined through professional-grade salary surveys and compensation data sources. The actual base salary offered to a successful candidate will additionally be influenced by a variety of factors including experience, credentials & certifications, educational attainment, skill level requirements, and the level and scope of the position.Base Salary\r\n$150,000 – $205,000 USDU.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, or Refugee/Asylee Status Required\r\n(To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the United States, or other protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3))Our mission and products are built for everyone, regardless of gender, race, creed, or background. 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Your compensation also includes a significant equity package via incentive stock options, high-quality company-subsidized healthcare, disability and life insurance, 401(k) retirement planning, flexible PTO, and free on-site catered meals.Astranis pay ranges are informed and defined through professional-grade salary surveys and compensation data sources. 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