About the job
Astranis Space Technologies Corp. is at the forefront of satellite innovation, crafting advanced satellites designed for high orbits that extend humanity's reach into the cosmos. Our satellites deliver dedicated and secure communications networks to a diverse clientele, including large enterprises, sovereign governments, and the U. S. military. With five satellites successfully in orbit and numerous launches on the horizon, we are addressing a backlog of over $1 billion in commercial contracts.
As a trusted partner in satellite communications, we cater to clients with rigorous demands for reliability, data security, network visibility, and tailored solutions. Backed by over $750 million in funding from leading investors such as Andreessen Horowitz, Blackrock, and Fidelity, our team of 450 engineers and entrepreneurs operates from a 153,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art headquarters in Northern California.
Technical Program Manager, USG Programs
As a Technical Program Manager focused on U. S. Government programs, you will be pivotal in steering the execution of Astranis's satellite initiatives from initial concept to final delivery. Reporting directly to the Director of USG Programs, you will be responsible for program outcomes related to schedule, budget, risk management, and customer engagement. This role demands a combination of programmatic leadership and technical expertise, engaging in hands-on problem solving while maintaining strategic oversight. You will conduct trade studies to enhance mission system architectures, facilitate coordination across spacecraft and ground segments, and ensure all technical, contractual, and mission requirements are fulfilled. Additionally, you will help refine and scale our USG program execution frameworks and cross-functional processes as our portfolio grows.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee government-related program execution from inception to completion, encompassing small internal R&D projects to comprehensive multi-spacecraft missions.
- Establish, manage, and communicate program schedules, budgets, and resource allocations to guarantee successful project delivery.
- Lead the risk management process, including documentation, tracking of mitigation strategies, and approval of risk closures.
- Ensure that programs meet all technical and programmatic specifications by monitoring and reporting key performance indicators.
- Conduct regular internal and external program reviews, emphasizing schedule trends, risks, and progress against significant milestones.
- Act as the primary liaison for government programs, leading design reviews, reporting, and milestone readiness assessments.
- Collaborate with engineering, operations, and mission assurance teams to ensure alignment on requirements, interfaces, and design development.

