Program Manager, Commercial

Responsibilities

• Lead proposal efforts for commercial customers including responding to opportunities and scoping contracts
• Act as the primary point of contact for customers to resolve issues and negotiate requirements
• Partner with internal teams to drive spacecraft vehicle readiness and develop mission CONOPS
• Communicate program schedules and mission readiness to internal management and executives
• Plan and lead customer reviews and technical briefings
• Nurture and maintain a network of commercial customers and stakeholders

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in an engineering or science discipline
• 5+ years of professional experience in the space industry
• 8+ years of technical program or project management experience
• Full project lifecycle experience, preferably with spacecraft
• Deep understanding of commercial satellite contracting and business development
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to travel up to 30% of the time

Preferred Qualifications

• Program Management certification

About the Company

K2 Space is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown, unlocking performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit. Backed by leading investors, K2 is mass-producing high-power satellite platforms for missions from LEO to deep space.