Senior System Program Manager

Space Mission Sector Program ManagerThe Space Mission Sector is seeking a Program Manager to join our growing technology company in the Boston area. Candidate will support programs covering a range of system capabilities, test needs, and demonstration locations. Strong technical, interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills are desired.What you will do:Management/oversight of program schedule and budget. Navigate through complex program requirements to bring clarity to execution planWork in partnership with program principal investigator on planning, execution, and delivery of program capabilityIdentification of risks and development of mitigation plans. Monitor progress against goals and initiate corrective actions as appropriateCoordinate across functional capabilities to maximize outcomeCommunicate effectively with stakeholders to manage expectations and drive continuous improvementsEffectively execute multiple programs to ensure cost, schedule, and technical program metrics are being tracked and are within planProvide expertise in proposal development by leading the capture and proposal writing/delivery while ensuring adherence to gated capture processCreate subcontractor statements of work and manage/track subcontractors to ensure proper executionCreate and maintain an environment that fosters collaboration by giving clear direction and constructive feedbackUnderstand customer/operational need, ensure outcomes meet the need, and identify future opportunitiesConnect across synergistic programs to realize execution efficiencies and to help shape STR strategyWho you are:Active Security Clearance at the Secret or Top Secret (TS) level, for which U.S citizenship is needed by the U.S governmentAbility to obtain and retain a SCI/SAP Security ClearanceBachelor's degree in engineering and minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience in Government contracting or research and developmentExperience managing projects for the Department of DefenseSkills and experience in the use of tools to aid in program managementStrong presentation and organization skills with ability to:Work with principal investigator on execution plansProvide clear and concise prioritiesConnect between programs to maximize benefits to our customerPay InformationFull-Time Salary Range: $134,000 - $185,000The salary range listed is based on external market data. Offers are based on factors, such as but not limited to, the candidate's experience, education, training, key skills/critical skills, security clearances, and prevailing market and business conditions.STR is a growing technology company with locations near Boston, MA, Arlington, VA, near Dayton, OH, Melbourne, FL, Carlsbad, CA, Atlanta, GA, and Denver, CO. We specialize in advanced research and development for defense, intelligence, and national security in: cyber; next generation sensors, radar, sonar, communications, and electronic warfare; and artificial intelligence algorithms and analytics to make sense of the complexity that is exploding around us.STR is committed to creating a collaborative learning environment that supports deep technical understanding and recognizes the contributions and achievements of all team members. Our work is challenging, and we go home at night knowing that we pushed the envelope of technology and made the world safer.STR is not just any company. Our people, culture, and attitude along with their unique set of skills, experiences, and perspectives put us on a trajectory to change the world. We can't do it alone, though - we need fellow trailblazers. If you are one, join our team and help to keep our society safe!STR is an equal opportunity employer. We are fully dedicated to hiring the most qualified candidate regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.If you need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the employment process, email us at View email address on click.appcast.io and provide your contact info.Pursuant to applicable federal law and regulations, positions at STR require employees to obtain national security clearances and satisfy the requirements for compliance with export control and other applicable laws.