AeroVironment

Sr. Program Manager, Space Technologies

Albuquerque, NM · Senior · Full-time

No sponsorship$81k-$123kDetected 6 days ago

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About the role

AV provides a full suite of exquisite, space-qualified hardware trusted to fly in the most extreme environments space presents across LEO, MEO, GEO, and xGEO.
This is a full-time, on-site position in Albuquerque, NM.
ITAR Requirement: This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and/or the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR").

Lead multidisciplinary teams to successfully design and deliver hardware for space electronics programs.
Develop and manage detailed project plans, identifying critical path activities and risk mitigation strategies.
Serve as the primary point of contact between the team, product lead, and external/internal stakeholders.
Oversee requirements definition, system architecture, design reviews, verification, and validation processes.
Perform project management activities in accordance with accepted project management standards in the industry (e.g., PMI, Project Management Body of Knowledge [PMBOK], ANSI, and ISO-standards).
Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Support resource allocation, budget tracking and identify, document and manage project risks, issues and opportunities.
Manage scope, schedule, and budget for assigned control accounts, negotiate scope of work.
Develop, implement, and manage corrective actions at the activity level while maintaining baseline integrity.
We don't just build defense technology-we redefine what's possible.

8-12 years of experience managing large-scale programs, with a proven track record in leading complex, multi-million-dollar programs
Knowledge of the Project Lifecycle from requirements definition, proposal preparation and negotiation and project implementation through to completion
Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to navigate competing priorities and influence without direct authority
Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel, PowerPoint, and other program management tools (e.g., Jira, Gitlab, etc.)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to listen, assimilate, evaluate, and summarize.
Sound ability to communicate with the customer at all levels
Some travel required (~20%)
Ability to work in an office and manufacturing environment
Required to sit and stand for long periods
U.S. Citizenship required

Coordinate cross-functional activities across engineering, systems, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain
Ensure compliance with applicable space, aerospace, or defense standards and customer specifications.
Monitor performance and progress using appropriate tools and metrics to report status to management.

AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.
For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.

http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.
We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.
Principals only need apply.
NO agencies please.
Founded by legendary innovator Dr.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants.

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