Technical Program Manager

Insight Global is looking for a Technical Program Manager to lead delivery of next-generation Infrared Satellites. This is a high-visibility, high-impact role at the intersection of payload engineering and rapid-cycle space vehicle development. You will be the single accountable owner for delivering the program on cost, schedule, and technical performance - managing a multi-disciplinary internal team, multiple subcontractors, and a critical-path vendor base for focal plane arrays, integrated detector cooler assemblies, cryocoolers, and optics. The role spans a full program lifecycle from preliminary design through on orbit demonstration.

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Required Skills & Experience

5-12+ years of professional experience in program management of complex technical system development, deployment, and operations
Direct experience with space, defense, or aerospace industry program planning and execution
Prior experience executing rapid-acquisition contract vehicles for government customers, with familiarity navigating the government program lifecycle, technical data rights, and CDRL management
Experience in development and/or program management of satellite-based systems.
Ability to instantiate and manage integrated master schedules.
Track record of successfully delivering complete systems (hardware, firmware, software, algorithms) on time, to scope, with high quality


Nice to Have Skills & Experience

TS / SCI clearance
Direct experience working with SDA, USSF Space Systems Command, MDA, or NRO customer offices
Prior experience on a missile warning, missile tracking, OPIR, or HBTSS-class space-based IR program
Working knowledge of MWIR sensor architectures, focal plane arrays, IDCAs, and cryocooler integration
Experience managing programs through environmental test campaigns (TVAC, vibration, EMI/EMC)
PMP certification or equivalent program management credentials


Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.