Spacecraft Program Manager

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary customer interface, ensuring alignment between mission requirements and K2 Space’s technology offerings
• Shape new opportunities and architectures by collaborating with stakeholders and defining program requirements
• Oversee all aspects of programs from contract award through integration, test, launch, and on-orbit operations
• Lead proposal efforts, ensuring technical feasibility and cost-effectiveness
• Work closely with engineering teams to assess vehicle readiness and manage technical/contractual changes
• Lead customer reviews, deliver technical briefings, and maintain relationships with government stakeholders

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering or science discipline
• 5+ years of experience in program management, systems engineering, or operations of government programs
• Deep understanding of launch vehicles, spacecraft, or other aerospace systems
• Active Top Secret or Top Secret SCI clearance
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or PhD in an engineering or science discipline
• 10+ years of experience in program management, systems engineering, or operations
• Experience with spacecraft mission design, development, integration, and/or test
• Experience working in the US national security community (service member, civil servant, or contractor)
• Experience with contracts and contract negotiations
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time

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.