Program Manager

Job Title: Program ManagerJob Description

The Program Manager will oversee a major program, with the potential to manage multiple programs in the future. This role supports new business and organic growth opportunities through effective communication across a matrix organization of technical subject matter experts. The Program Manager will act as a technical liaison with vendors and is responsible for all phases of the program budget.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage a major program or multiple programs.

• Support new business and organic growth opportunities.

• Communicate effectively across a matrix organization of technical SMEs.

• Serve as a technical liaison with vendors.

• Manage all phases of the program budget.

• Prepare staffing plans, including skill and labor mix, to support contract operations.

• Monitor contract, subcontract, and funding.

• Prepare forecasts of program financial performance.

Essential Skills

• Experience in program management, particularly in aerospace and satellite industries.

• Proficiency in scheduling and managing $50 million programs.

• Ability to communicate across a matrix organization.

• Experience with satellite technologies.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Security clearance is a plus.

Work Environment

The role is based in an office and manufacturing environment. The organization specializes in miniaturized sensors and operates within the 'New Space' sector, focusing on innovative space-based and ground-based instrumentation. The work environment is dynamic and forward-thinking, involving cutting-edge projects like the DARPA-sponsored Ouija mission and the Kraken spacecraft.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Louisville, CO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $120.00 - $140.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Louisville,CO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.