Senior Satellite Program Manager

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Loft Orbital is seeking a Senior Satellite Program Manager to lead execution of complex spacecraft and mission programs from contract award through on-orbit delivery. This role is accountable for establishing a credible program baseline and driving disciplined execution against it, across engineering, manufacturing, AIT, launch, and suppliers.

This is a hands‑on execution leadership role — not a coordination role. You will build and own Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), manage cost and risk, and act as the primary execution interface to customers and internal leadership.

• Program Ownership & Execution:
• Own end-to-end delivery of one or more complex satellite programs
• Establish and maintain the program baseline (scope, schedule, cost, risk)
• Drive execution to that baseline; lead replans and recovery when required
• Serve as the primary customer interface for execution, schedule, and delivery commitments
• Integrated Master Scheduling:
• Build and own logic‑driven Level 4–5 IMSs
• Validate dependencies across hardware, software, AIT, launch, and suppliers
• Ensure schedules are executable, resource‑aware, and actively used to manage work
• Drive weekly / biweekly execution cadence tied directly to the IMS
• Cost, Risk, and Decision Support:
• Own program ETC/EAC in partnership with Finance
• Maintain an active risk register with mitigation, off‑ramps, and retirement criteria
• Prepare and lead internal and external program reviews (PMRs, design reviewed, readiness reviews)
• Provide leadership with clear decision data, not status theater
• Cross‑Functional & Supplier Leadership:
• Drive alignment across engineering, product, manufacturing, software, mission ops, and launch
• Manage strategic suppliers as extensions of the program
• Escalate and resolve execution conflicts decisively
• Program Ownership, Customer Interface & Contract Execution:
• Own end-to-end program execution from contract award through on‑orbit delivery
• Serve as the primary customer interface for execution, schedule, scope, and delivery commitments
• Translate contractual requirements into an executable program baseline
• Ensure customer expectations remain aligned with technical and schedule reality
• Contract Administration & Change Control:
• Own day‑to‑day contract administration for assigned programs, in partnership with Legal and Finance
• Track contractual obligations, milestones, deliverables, and acceptance criteria
• Lead assessment and negotiation of scope changes, contract modifications, and schedule impacts
• Ensure execution remains compliant with contract terms and data rights requirements
• Support invoicing milestones, deliverable acceptance, and customer reporting
• Reviews & External Communications:
• Lead customer program reviews, readiness reviews, and delivery checkpoints
• Ensure clear documentation of decisions, changes, and customer direction
• Act as Loft’s execution authority in customer‑facing forums

• 8+ years of experience in spacecraft, aerospace, or complex technical programs
• Demonstrated ownership of end-to‑end program delivery
• Deep experience building and executing Integrated Master Schedules
• Strong understanding of spacecraft development life cycles
• Proven ability to lead cross‑functional teams under ambiguity

• Experience with multi‑program ownership or portfolios
• Familiarity with DCMA‑style schedule health principles
• Experience interfacing with government or institutional customers

• 100% company‑paid medical, dental, and vision insurance option for employees and dependents
• Flexible Spending (FSA) and Health Savings (HSA) Accounts offered with an employer contribution to the HSA
• 100% employer paid Life, AD&D, Short‑Term, and Long‑Term Disability insurance
• Flexible Time Off policy for vacation and sick leave, and 12 paid holidays
• 401(k) plan and equity options
• Daily catered lunches and snacks in office
• International exposure to our team in France
• Fully paid parental leave; 14 weeks for birthing parent and 10 weeks for non‑birthing parent
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• Off‑sites and many social events and celebrations
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