Program Manager

Program Manager

Location: Within 50 miles of Peterson Space Force Base |
Type: Full-Time |
Clearance: Top Secret

Note: This position is part of an active proposal effort and is contingent upon contract award.

Dark Star Intelligence is seeking a Program Manager (PM) to support the National Security Space Institute (NSSI) near Peterson Space Force Base in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The PM serves as the primary interface between the Contractor and NSSI leadership, ensuring effective program execution aligned with U.S. Space Command (USSPACECOM) and U.S. Space Force (USSF) educational objectives. The PM oversees all aspects of performance—schedule adherence, quality assurance, staffing, and risk management—and ensures timely, high-quality delivery of space-centric training, curriculum development, and professional continuing education (PCE) in accordance with Air Education and Training Command (AETC) guidance.

• Lead day-to-day management of contract operations supporting NSSI’s mission to deliver premier space-centric education and pre-deployment training.
• Manage the timeliness, completeness, and quality of issue identification and resolution across all program activities.
• Develop and implement corrective action plans, coordinate proposal submittals, and ensure timely resolution of performance issues.
• Oversee subcontractor performance, ensuring compliance with program goals and contractual requirements.
• Serve as the primary liaison to the Government COR and stakeholders, ensuring transparent communication and customer satisfaction.
• Monitor and report on program performance, deliverables, and milestones in alignment with contract requirements.
• Ensure ethical, professional, and mission-focused performance of all Contractor personnel.
• Oversee curriculum and lesson development to maintain alignment with AETC standards and NSSI educational objectives.

• Clearance: Active Top Secret
• Education: Master’s degree in Business, Technical, or Space-related field.
• Certification: Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI).
• Experience:
  • Minimum 4 years of project/program management experience within a DoD or Federal environment.
  • Minimum 3 years of curriculum/lesson development and instruction experience.
  • Minimum 3 years of experience with ITAR compliance.
  • Minimum 3 years of experience supporting AETC requirements and guidance.

Compensation will be based on qualifications and experience. For details, contact

• Travel: May be required for course delivery or coordination.
• Work Environment: On-site instructional environment near Peterson SFB.

All applicants must be U.S. citizens and maintain eligibility for a U.S. government security clearance.

Dark Star Intelligence is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) committed to advancing national security through mission support and tradecraft development. We prioritize both client satisfaction and employee retention, delivering high-quality, intelligence-based solutions grounded in our “Core Four” values:

• Humility: We place mission success above personal recognition.
• Passion: We bring enthusiasm and dedication to every challenge.
• Agility: We adapt quickly to evolving operational needs.
• Ownership: We hold ourselves accountable for results and uphold the highest standards of excellence.

We are mission-driven and results-oriented, striving to make our country safer through every task we undertake.

At Dark Star Intelligence LLC, we are committed to maintaining a professional and legally compliant work environment where individuals are treated with respect and fairness. We adhere strictly to all applicable Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations.

Employment decisions at Dark Star are made solely on the basis of individual qualifications, performance, and business needs. We prohibit discrimination in all aspects of employment—including hiring, compensation, promotion, training, discipline, and termination—on the basis of Race or color, Religion,…