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Program Manager

Voyager Technologies, Inc.
San Diego, USA
Manager · 3+ years experience
Onsite
$140,000 — $193,000 USD
Discovered 5 days ago
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Basic Qualifications

  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).
  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, aerospace engineering, systems engineering, mechanical engineering, or another related engineering discipline.
  • Engineering background with experience working on complex technical programs involving embedded systems, avionics, electronics, hardware/software integration, or similar mission-critical products.
  • 3+ years of experience in program management, technical program management, engineering program leadership, or related roles supporting complex technical programs.
  • Experience supporting defense, space, or other highly regulated technical environments.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, resource-constrained, or startup-like environment.
  • Strong understanding of technical scope, program cost, schedule, risk, customer deliverables, and execution tradeoffs.
  • Experience reviewing or supporting contracts, statements of work, deliverable requirements, milestones, and customer obligations.
  • Working knowledge of DFARS, prime contracts, subcontractor flow-downs, and government contracting environments.
  • Familiarity with ITAR and export-controlled program environments.
  • Proven ability to bring structure to ambiguous situations and drive execution with limited data or direction.
  • Strong attention to detail, organizational discipline, and follow-through.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate technical program status, risks, and recommendations to senior leadership and customers.
  • Experience managing defense and/or space programs under different contract types, including firm-fixed-price, cost-plus, and other government contracting structures; working knowledge of Earned Value Management principles and cost/schedule performance tracking.
  • Willingness and ability to support program needs outside of normal business hours when required, including time-sensitive customer, supplier, or internal execution activities.
  • If your experience aligns with our basic qualifications and you are inspired by our mission, we’d like to connect. If you don’t see the right role right now, Join Our Talent Community and stay connected as we continue to build what’s next.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in a startup, growth-stage company, or small-company environment where leaders are expected to be highly hands-on and operate across multiple functions.
  • Experience leading program recovery, corrective action planning, or turnaround efforts for programs facing cost, schedule, technical, execution, or customer satisfaction challenges.
  • Prior experience as an engineer, systems engineer, technical lead, engineering manager, or technical program manager.
  • Experience supporting programs for prime contractors, government customers, or major defense and space customers.
  • Experience with embedded software, electronics, avionics, spacecraft systems, defense electronics, communications systems, mission systems, or other mission-critical hardware/software products.
  • Experience supporting proposals, customer negotiations, change orders, contract modifications, and program financial reviews.
  • Advanced degree in engineering, business, or a related technical field.
  • The good faith base salary range for this role is $140,000 - $193,000 at the time of this posting. Where you fall within the range depends on your experience, skills, and location. This range reflects base salary only and does not include benefits or bonus/incentive. This range may be adjusted in the future. This position is incentive plan eligible.
  • Voyager offers a highly competitive total compensation package designed to support the well-being, growth, and success of our employees. Employees benefit from a flexible and comprehensive rewards program that supports both professional and personal well-being.
  • Flexible Time Off (FTO), empowering employees to take the time they need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company and many benefits paid at 100% for employees
  • Flexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide, including 24 Hour Fitness, EoS Fitness, Crunch Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Blink Fitness, Chuze Fitness, and more! No long-term contracts and FREE on-demand workout videos before you enroll
  • 401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%, supporting long-term financial security
  • Company wellness programs that support physical and mental well-being
  • Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources
  • The opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission-driven environment
  • Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
  • To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Parts 120–130) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730–774), applicants for this position must be a U.S. Person: a US Citizen, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3). Applicants must be eligible to obtain any required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.
  • Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran
  • The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.
  • California pay range
  • $140,000 — $193,000 USD

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