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Spacecraft Technical Program Manager

Momentus Space LLC, San Jose, CA

Posted pay

$180K–$215K

a year

Location: San Jose, CA
Work type: Not given
Level: Not given
Experience: 10+ years
Skills in the job text: Jira
Posted: Sep 19, 2026
Last check: 8 h ago
Job type: Product management

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The role

We are seeking a Spacecraft Technical Program Manager to support our Spacecraft Programs and will identify needed resources for projects, define and assign major program roles, lead the establishment of and sets integrated based budget and schedule baselines, and monitor work accomplished to baseline plans to ensure rate of work completion is sufficient to meet program/product schedules. The ideal candidate should be accustomed to working in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working on the balance between program risks and opportunities with executable strategies to meet technical requirements and budgets.

What you will do

Responsible for execution of spacecraft programs that cover the entire program lifecycle – proposal development, kickoff, development, test, build and launch
Lead analysis of contractual requirements, prepare cost and time estimates, and identify associated risks & opportunities during business development and major program phases.
Manage Program Master Schedule for the spacecraft program that span kick off through Launch Mission Operations
Manage Program Master Budgets and Risks, Issues and Opportunities
The ability to manage cost, schedule, financial, and technical performance requirements to ensure performance in support of the contract milestones of the system technical requirements
Identifies when issues need to be escalated and alert appropriate staff within the organization and programs
Ability to use proposal plans and strategies to implement executable, cohesive program plans
Experience identifying issues, tracking progress, and following through with effective corrective actions plan
Experience managing programs using program schedules, earned value, risks, slack time, and critical path
Ability to quickly assess a situation and make sound, proactive decisions
Plan for resource allocation needs and work with Department Managers for staffing
Oversee execution and burndown of Program Risks
Continuous process improvement within the program management organization
Strategize, implement, and maintain program initiatives that adhere to organizational objectives
Provide weekly metrics to progress

What you need

Required Skills and Experience

Experience in aerospace or related industry
Outstanding working knowledge of change management principles and performance evaluation processes

Education & Work Experience

BS, MS degree in engineering, or related field
10+ year relevant experience managing complex programs where precision and attention to detail are critical to success
Strong technical expertise

Nice to have

Working knowledge of spacecraft design and manufacturing
Knowledge of JIRA, MS Project or related tools
Knowledge of systems engineering best practices

Our people

Daring problems require daring solutions. We boldly charge into uncharted territory knowing that no matter the outcome we will benefit from the journey and move closer to our goals no matter what. Our teams know that working at Momentus means more than building innovative technology, it means creating entirely new markets in the space economy. We are level-headed, business-minded strategic thinkers intent on providing immediate value to our customers today while simultaneously preparing for the vast possibilities of the future. If this sounds like you, we should talk.

Pay and benefits

Annual Base Salary Range: $180,000 to $215,000/per year

Base pay is one part of our total compensation package (base+bonus+equity) and is determined within a range. Your actual base salary will be determined on job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Our benefit plans include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k retirement plan, short and long term disability and life insurance. We also offer flexible PTO, along with 11 paid holidays, sick time and paid parental leave.

This is a full-time position in San Jose, California, Hybrid, or Remote. This position requires access to export-controlled commodities, technical data, technology, software, and services. U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. Â§ 1324b(a)(3) is required.

To all recruitment agencies: Momentus does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our employees or any company email. Momentus will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

About Momentus Space LLC

As an early mover in the in-space transportation and infrastructure services, Momentus is at the forefront of the commercialization of space. With an experienced team of aerospace, propulsion, and robotics engineers, Momentus has developed a cost-effective and energy-efficient in-space transport system.

Legal notes

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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Momentus Space LLC

Open tech jobs: 6
With posted pay: 100%
Median posted base: $163K–$195K

About Momentus Space LLC: funding, hiring and pay

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This base pay is below the median for product management jobs in the Bay Area with no level in the job title.

Median: $213K a year
Other jobs in the group: 495

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