Senior Technical Program Manager - Gen- 1- Spacecraft · Astranis

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 15:21:33 GMT
Engineering

Astranis · San Francisco · $150,000-$205,000 USD · onsite

As the Technical Program Manager for a future block of satellites, you will drive all aspects of program execution from the design phase through production and launch. You will work with all internal functional groups at Astranis as well as our customers and launch provider to ensure our satellites are built successfully and launched on time.

This is a high-impact, high-visibility position within the Technical Program Management team in Engineering.

Responsibilities:

Develop integrated schedule with measurable milestones for the program

Drive priorities and execution of spacecraft development activities

Work cross-functionally with Engineering, Production, Sales, Supply Chain and Finance to remove day-to-day execution obstacles and keep the program on schedule

Identify and drive risks to closure

Communicate and track progress effectively

Negotiate with internal stakeholders and develop negotiation strategies for external partners

Develop company-wide program management processes and initiatives

Requirements:

Expertise in developing and managing program schedules and complex interdependencies using tools like Smartsheet or Project

Bachelor of Science (or similar) degree in an Engineering discipline

Excellent communication skills, both internal and external facing

Proven ability to work in an ambiguous, fast-paced environment, overcome obstacles with creative solutions, and clearly document/communicate tactical plans

>7 years engineering experience on large complex hardware programs

>3 years engineering management or program/project management experience

Bonus:

Familiarity with Smartsheet, Jira, and Confluence

What we offer:

All our positions offer a compensation package that includes equity and robust benefits. Base pay is just one component of Astranis's total rewards package. Your compensation also includes a significant equity package via incentive stock options, high-quality company-subsidized healthcare, disability and life insurance, 401(k) retirement planning, flexible PTO, and free on-site catered meals.