Astranis builds advanced satellites for high orbits, expanding humanity’s reach into the solar system. Today, Astranis satellites provide dedicated, secure networks to highly-sophisticated customers across the globe— large enterprises, sovereign governments, and the US military. With five satellites on orbit and many more set to launch soon, the company is servicing a backlog of more than $1 billion of commercial contracts. Astranis is the preferred satellite communications partner for buyers with stringent requirements for uptime, data security, network visibility, and customization. Astranis has raised over $750 million from some of the world’s best investors, from Andreessen Horowitz to Blackrock and Fidelity, and employs a team of 450 engineers and entrepreneurs. Astranis designs, builds, and operates its satellites out of its 153,000 sq. ft. headquarters in Northern California, USA. Senior Technical Project Manager - Program Operations & Integration

As the Technical Project Manager for program operations & integration, you will be responsible for shaping how we integrate and manage all of our programs at Astranis. This is a high-impact, high-visibility position within the Technical Program Management team in Engineering.

• Role
• Drive resource loading into schedules and optimize task timing across multiple programs
• Develop program management automation strategies and implement across programs
• Develop company-wide program management processes and initiatives
• Ability to develop and manage detailed, discrete program budgets within a complex, dynamic environment
• Develop and implement program performance standards and dashboards; develop data pipelines
• Develop and implement cost account management processes for engineering team, specifically focusing on linkages to schedules and program plans and tie in to financial tools
• Manage execution of special projects

Develop integrated master schedules for various programs; mentor and train project managers on scheduling best practices

• Expertise in developing and managing program schedules and complex interdependencies using tools like Smartsheet or Project
• Bachelor of Science (or similar) degree in an Engineering discipline
• Strong data analytics skills
• Strong communication skills, both internal and external facing

Proven ability to work in an ambiguous, fast paced environment, overcome obstacles with creative solutions, and clearly document/communicate tactical plans >5 years program planning experience >3 years engineering management or project management experience

• Bonus
• Familiarity with Smartsheet, Jira, and Confluence
• Experience with US Government programs

Python coding experience

What we offer:

All our positions offer a compensation package that includes equity and robust benefits. (To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the United States, or other protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3))

Base pay is just one component of Astranis’s total rewards package. Your compensation also includes a significant equity package via incentive stock options, high-quality company-subsidized healthcare, disability and life insurance, 401(k) retirement planning, flexible PTO, and free on-site catered meals. Astranis pay ranges are informed and defined through professional-grade salary surveys and compensation data sources. The actual base salary offered to a successful candidate will additionally be influenced by a variety of factors including experience, credentials & certifications, educational attainment, skill level requirements, and the level and scope of the position. Base Salary $150,000 — $210,000 USD U.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, or Refugee/Asylee Status Required

Our mission and our products are meant to connect the world and everyone in it, regardless of gender, race, creed, or any other distinction. We believe in a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we encourage all people to join our team and bring their unique perspective to help make us stronger.