Senior Program Manager

Responsibilities

• Define program requirements based on customer proposals
• Interface with Engineering leadership and systems engineers
• Maintain long-term customer relationships and partnerships
• Facilitate cross-functional planning and project execution
• Communicate program objectives, status, risks, and needs across the organization
• Develop reporting and tracking programs for schedule and cost targets
• Identify key risks and prepare contingency plans

Requirements

• 5+ years of program management experience in aerospace manufacturing or similar
• 5+ years of New Product Development (NPD) experience
• BS or BA in engineering, business, or a relevant field
• Competence in problem-solving, data analysis, and project planning
• Experience with U.S. export control laws (ITAR)

Preferred Qualifications

• 8+ years of program management experience for Senior II level
• Understanding of manufacturing validation processes and KPIs
• Familiarity with aerospace manufacturing and test processes
• Familiarity with metal fabrication processes (CNC, EDM, lathe, stamping, additive)

About the Company

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more.