Supplier Program Manager
- US citizenship
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This posting states $158k–$217k a year. Open program manager jobs in Colorado post a median of $155k a year, the middle half $133k–$180k, across 120 jobs that state their pay, so this one is above the middle half of what they post.
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About the job
## Sierra Space Careers At Sierra Space, we build the missions and systems that keep our world secure in the domain above Earth. Sierra Space team members share a spirit of innovation and collaboration and a belief that we can deliver on the boldest missions in space today.
Together with our customers, we aim to safeguard our nation, sustain human presence in space, and secure the freedom of operations in low Earth orbit and beyond. Our success is measured by the trust of those who rely on what we build and deliver, and our technologies keep the United States and its allies mission-ready throughout space.
We are mission-driven, and together, we are an extraordinary team. ## About the Role The Program Manager II is responsible for leading the material program management for all subcontractor efforts and has overall responsibility and authority for their cost, schedule, and technical performance on the program.
This role involves comprehensive program planning, execution, and resource management to ensure successful program outcomes. They will have a proven record of successful program management execution, in-depth knowledge across all facets of program management, and proficiency in Earned Value Management that drive financial and cost metrics.
The Program Manager II will collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve program objectives.
This position offers the opportunity to work on complex projects, stay updated with the latest industry trends, and contribute to the drive continuous improvement on a dynamic, fast-paced development program that will be scaling up in production numbers on this franchise program. ## About You Our mission is driven by an unyielding commitment to advancing space-based technology in service of our customers and safeguarding national security.
We seek individuals who are passionate about innovating beyond boundaries and relentlessly pursuing solutions that protect, preserve and empower – to join us in this critical mission. We’re looking for team members who align with our values, mission and goals – while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.
In this role, you will lead material program management and assume overall responsibility and authority for the supplier’s cost, schedule, and technical performance, while being accountable to the Program Director . You will manage budgets, schedules, and execution to ensure alignment with contractual requirements, while developing and maintaining comprehensive program plans, schedules, and budgets.
By monitoring program performance, you will implement corrective actions as needed to meet objectives and leverage specific program management training in EVMS, CAM, BOE, FAR, and CAS for program success. You will also be expected to lead and or support proposal efforts that require subcontractor inputs to address the additional production quantities in the future.
You will apply advanced project management methodologies and tools, analyze financial and performance metrics to drive decisions and improvements, and collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, finance, supply chain, and operations.
Additionally, you will communicate program status, risks, and issues to stakeholders, prepare and deliver effective reports and presentations, and ensure compliance with all contractual and regulatory requirements. Building strong relationships with external customers and stakeholders will be a priority.
You will apply problem-solving skills to address challenges that occur elevating any risks to the program as well as technical or cost changes to the program’s ERB and CCB . Development Program Managers in this role should have a strong technical or program management background or an engineering degree.
This role will have external, customer-facing, end-to-end responsibility, and will be responsible for leading management reviews, presentations to the customer, interface with financial , engineering and supplier management teams, and drive complex program strategies to ensure success. ## Minimum Qualifications - Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field (or a Master's degree with 6+ years of experience). - 8+ years of related experience. - The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret(or above) U.S.
Security Clearance is required. - Certifications: Senior-level project management certifications preferred (e.g., PfMP). - Comprehensive knowledge of program management disciplines across various domains. - Ability to manage a program with limited oversight. - Capability to manage program budgets and meet specified schedules and technical objectives. - Demonstrated experience with significant program management responsibility. - In-depth knowledge across all facets of program planning, execution, and resource management. - Profound skills in leading management reviews and interfacing with financial teams. - Expert understanding of organizational KPI measurement and reporting. - Advanced analytical skills for interpreting complex data. - Ability to manage smaller programs or portions of larger programs. - Ability to mentor junior managers and lead complex program strategies. ## Preferred Qualifications - An active Secret(or above) U.S.
Security Clearance. - Familiarity with Agile project management methodologies. - Strong analytical and organizational skills. - Excellent communication and teamwork skills. - Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies. - Proficiency in using project management software tools such as Microsoft Project, JIRA, or Asana. - Experience with risk management and mitigation strategies. - Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma principles and practices. - Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively. - Understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and systems engineering processes. - Experience with contract management and negotiation. - Familiarity with data analysis tools such as Excel, Tableau, or Power BI. - Strong technical writing skills for creating detailed project documentation and reports. - Understanding of supply chain management and logistics as they pertain to program execution. - Ability to conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions. ## Pay Range $157,738.00 - $216,889.00 Your actual base compensation will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, experience, internal equity and market competitiveness. ## IMPORTANT NOTICE This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S.
Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants.
Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use. ## Elevate Your Career At Sierra Space, we are committed to your personal and professional development.
We empower you to make profound and meaningful contributions and foster a vibrant culture of collaboration, where teamwork ignites breakthrough innovations. We also offer a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, and more.
Sierra Space is an industry-leading space and defense technology company providing satellites, spacecraft, and enabling mission systems and components. We deliver mission-proven technologies to our customers that safeguard our nation, protect space-based
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About Sierra Space
Builds the Dream Chaser spaceplane, satellites and the ground systems that run them.
Pay on its listings: 96.1% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
How it pays: Paid as an employee on Sierra Space's own payroll (salaried or hourly, as each posting states).
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