Job Description
Job Description
Salary : $156k - $200k
Are you passionate about shaping the future of humanity's presence in space? Lunar Outpost, an industry leader in space robotics and planetary vehicles, invites you to join our team! Lunar Outpost is dedicated to creating a permanent presence in space, while also driving positive impacts here on Earth. We are currently seeking aProgram Manager Deputy LTVS Program Manager to contribute to our mission in a dynamic startup environment. As a Deputy LTVS Program Manager, you will contribute to the most exciting chapter of human space exploration. You will execute the program vision to develop, build, and deliver a Lunar Terrain Vehicle to the surface of the Moon by 2029, capable of carrying NASA astronauts and payloads, and establishing infrastructure on the lunar surface. Take the #NextLeap with Lunar Outpost and work on the Lunar Terrain Vehicle (LTV)!
Key Responsibilities :
- Support the Program Manager inthe orchestration of multiple projectskey to the critical path of the program
- Manage program milestone reviews by establishing review successcriteria,planningpeerreviews, managing stakeholder feedback, and tracking progress
- Lead evaluation and maintenance ofprogram schedule, budget, technical goals, and milestone readiness in collaborationwith Integrated Product Team Leads and LTVS Chief Engineer
- Track key performance indicators across the program
- Interface withNASAtocommunicate program status andensureprogram deliverables meet customer needs
- Support team scalingand organizationstructuredevelopment
- Improve program efficiency throughrefiningexecution processes and effectively prioritizing program-level tasking andobjectivesin response tonew information
- Keep human safetyat the forefront of allprogramactivities
- Coordinate internal project activities and facilitate communication between project teams and supporting departments
- Lead internal meetings to align priorities, surface risks, and troubleshoot blockers
- Ensure documentation, reporting, and data are accurate and accessible tointernalstakeholders
- Monitor compliance with internal policies, procedures, and quality standards
Required Qualifications :
Bachelors degree in engineering, or a related field15+ years of project management or coordination experience in a technical or engineering environment, including management of scope, schedule, and budgetExperience with Class A spaceflight missions, humanspaceflight, orhuman-rated vehicle developmentStrong leadership historyAbility tounderstand customer vision, align priorities with companyobjectives, and translatethis information into clear programmatic goals andobjectives.Exceptional organizational, communication, and problem-solving skillsProficiency in project management tools(e.g., MS Project, Jira)Proven ability to work across multiple teams and balance competing prioritiesSelf-motivated, focused, and driven to meet criticaldeadlinesSubcontractor Management experience building a collaborative and innovative environment, establishingpriorities, and driving execution within the program teamExcellent organization and time management skillsExcellent written and oral communication skillsU.S. PersonPreferred Qualifications :
PMPor equivalentExperience as a cost account managerExperience applying earned value managementFamiliarity with principles and execution of Model-Based Systems EngineeringAny offer of employment for this position is conditional upon Lunar Outpost receiving the LTVS Phase II contract from NASA. If the contract is not awarded to Lunar Outpost, this offer will be considered null and void, without further obligation to Lunar Outpost.
Lunar Outpost is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against protected characteristics (gender, age, sexual orientation, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, disability, veteran status). We want all employees (including executives and HR) to treat others with respect and professionalism.