Senior Technical Program Manager

Team:  

The Test and Launch teams at Relativity Space are responsible for designing, building, and operating world-class test and launch infrastructure to support Terran R test and launch operations. The Stennis test team is currently focusing on the design and buildout of A2 intended to support 1st and 2nd stage qualification of our Terran R vehicle. The Cape launch team is working through LC-16 build to support 1st launch and will include recovery, and reusability in the future. In this position, you will support cross-departmental projects and tasking related to both the Test Infrastructure at Stennis, MS and Launch Infrastructure at Cape Canaveral, FL.

What you’ll do: 

We are looking for a Senior Technical Program Manager to join our growing team to support Test Operations at Stennis Space Center (SSC) and Launch Operations at Cape Canaveral, FL. As part of this team, you will play a key role in supporting Terran R program with plenty of opportunities to be involved with flight hardware testing or launching the next generation world class rocket. Where others add complexity, your primary role is to simplify internal requirements and operations as well as external supplier performance. You will be expected to leverage your leadership and soft skills to bring together test and launch operations, site logistics, infrastructure, and vehicle engineering to drive successful site operations and support of the Terran R program.

• Develop, maintain and track overall project schedules and budgets through on site representation.
• Develop, track, and analyze metrics pertinent to team performance; help drive areas of opportunity to maximize team output. 
• Identify key Launch needs and goals through coordination with engineering and build teams.
• Engage with test operations and engineering leadership to maximize collaboration & engagement between Relativity groups to drive key decisions.
• Communicate project and operational progress across various stakeholder groups.
• Review, analyze, and optimize systems and processes that impact overall site program deliverables.

What you need to know:  

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, mathematics, or related fields; aerospace, electrical, or mechanical engineering degree preferred
• 4+ years of experience in a program management role on a complex technical project
• Experience managing programs across matrix organizations, building sustainable processes, and coordinating design releases and key engineering trades
• Proven ability to lead by influence and collaborate with technical owners (engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, test, and launch) to establish a plan without crowding out their ownership

Nice to haves but not required:  

• 6+ years of experience in a program management role on a complex technical project
• Proven ability to solve complex technical problems and design robust, scalable solutions
• Strong executive presence, including ability to drive clarity and action across all levels within the company
• Robust communication skills across numerous stakeholders and teams as well as navigating both technical and strategic discussions
• Experience and measurable evidence of solving ambiguous problems, including the introduction of new tools and processes
• Experience with hardware product development or experience in vehicle design, manufacturing, test or operations (plus points for launch vehicle experience)
• MBA, Master’s in engineering, science, mathematics or related fields, or equivalent experience preferred
• Ability to work independently and report to remote management

Successful candidates must clear a background check administered by the US government to obtain clearance for on-site work at our government partner location in Stennis, Mississippi.