Technical Program Manager, Ground Systems

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Space Wrx is seeking a Technical Program Manager, Ground Systems to lead execution of the Vantor Enhanced Ground Architecture (VEGA) program. This role is responsible for driving implementation of the company's next-generation ground architecture that enables scalable operations for the Vantage and Pulse satellite constellations while delivering automation, operational efficiencies, and long-term architectural objectives.

Reporting to the Director of Portfolio & Program Management, this individual will operate at the intersection of engineering, operations, software, infrastructure, cybersecurity, mission operations, and executive leadership to ensure VEGA is delivered on schedule, within scope, and aligned with company strategy.

This is a highly technical program leadership role for an experienced systems thinker who can translate strategic objectives into executable plans, coordinate cross-functional engineering teams, identify and resolve technical and programmatic risks, and drive complex ground system deployments from concept through operational readiness. Success requires technical credibility, exceptional execution, sound engineering judgment, and the ability to maintain momentum across multiple organizations.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical discipline.

• Typically 12+ years of experience leading complex technical programs within aerospace, space systems, defense, robotics, telecommunications, or other highly integrated engineering environments.

• Demonstrated experience managing large cross-functional engineering programs involving software, infrastructure, hardware, and operational stakeholders.

• Experience delivering ground systems, mission operations systems, satellite operations infrastructure, cloud-based operational platforms, or similarly complex distributed systems.

• Proven ability to develop integrated program plans, establish technical milestones, manage dependencies, and drive execution across multiple engineering organizations.

• Experience identifying, communicating, and mitigating technical, schedule, cost, and integration risks.

• Strong understanding of systems engineering principles, system integration, verification, validation, and operational readiness.

• Experience coordinating architecture implementation across multiple technical disciplines while maintaining alignment with strategic objectives.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with engineers, technical leadership, executives, customers, and external partners.

• Experience leading technical reviews, program status reviews, and executive-level decision forums.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a rapidly evolving environment.

• Demonstrated ownership mentality with a history of delivering complex programs through ambiguity and changing priorities.

• Advanced…