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Terran Orbital Corporation

VP, Program Management at Terran Orbital Corporation

Terran Orbital Corporation Irvine, CA

Job Description

Join a team where your impact reaches beyond the stars! At Terran Orbital youre not just part of the system youre a vital force propelling our mission forward. As trailblazers in satellite manufacturing and aerospace innovation we shatter boundaries daily to deliver groundbreaking solutions that power our nations defense and commercial missions. We are a unique fast growing and trusted team dedicated to swiftly and efficiently designing building launching and operating state of the art satellites for advanced mission constellations. If youre driven by purpose inspired by challenges and ready to leave your mark on the universe youll find a home and endless opportunities for growth here. Together lets redefine what is possible in orbit and beyond!Terran Orbital is seeking an experienced Vice President Programs Management to join our dynamic team. Reporting to the CEO & President the Vice President Programs Management will be responsible to execute large programs that include space vehicles ground stations constellation management and mission operations. The selected candidate will provide leadership to the program managers; and manage day to day activity coordinating engineering supply chain finance planning operations launch services and mission operations to meet contractual requirements.Key Duties and Responsibilities Coordinate multidisciplinary team efforts necessary to meet company and customer contractual requirementsInterface with the customer to coordinate program activities and provide ongoing statusDevelop program plans and metrics to assess and forecast technical performance revenue expenses capital and headcountCreate and implement successful program plans which proactively address risk and opportunities and provide a high degree of confidence supporting contract deliverable requirementsSupport all milestone program reviews both internally and customer-facing including leading dry-runs and rehearsals to ensure customer expectations are metOversee the supervision of personnel which includes selection work allocation training development and problem resolutionMotivate coach and mentor employees to achieve peak productivity and performancePrepare estimates at complete estimates to complete basis of cost estimates provide pricing rationale and recommendations to support program financial reporting and quotationsMonitor program schedule progress technical and cost performance risks and opportunities monthly and prepare monthly program and financial reports for management reviewDevelop presentations and reports to support internal management and customer reviewsContribute towards continuous technology and process improvement.Develop track and report visual metrics including Key Performance Indicators (KPIs); react to metrics by identifying and solving problems making improvements and advancing process controlQualifications and Skills Bachelors degree required (Masters a plus) in engineering or related technical discipline and / or proven relevant work experience.15 years of work experience in the aerospace industry or in a similar field with high-technology systemsExperience as a responsible Systems Engineer or Program Manager on large aerospace projectsUnderstands space and mission payloads development and has relationships with primes and subcontractors in this sectorUnderstanding of program finance contracts business law and apply the concepts and principles to execution of the contractDemonstrate supervisory experience and proficiency in management of a large government/defense and/or commercial programProven success in managing projects through production material control/scheduling engineering principlesAbility to develop comprehend analyze interpret and communicate technical concepts across organizational levelsMust have a practical interpretation and knowledge of US trade regulations and ITAR regulationsThe selected applicant may be required to obtain or maintain a TS/SCI security clearanceYour actual level and base salary will be determined case-by-case and may vary based on the job-related qualification knowledge skills education and addition to base salary we offer 100% covered medical dental and vision coverage a 401(k) match Flexible Time Off (FTO) covered life insurance maternity and paternity leave tuition reimbursement employee referrals and lots of swag!Salary Range$250000 - $315000 USDBenefits100% Company-paid comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage for you and your dependents401(k) MatchFlexible Time Off (FTO)Education ReimbursementCompetitive Paid Parental LeaveAbout Terran OrbitalTerran Orbital is a leading manufacturer of satellite products primarily serving the aerospace and defense industries. Terran Orbital provides end-to-end satellite solutions by combining satellite design production launch planning mission operations and on-orbit support to meet the needs of the most demanding military civil and commercial customers. Learn more atPhysical Demands An employee must meet the physical demands described to perform the essential functions of this job performing the duties of this job the employee is routinely required to sit or stand for long durations of time in addition to bending reaching and walking. This would require the ability to lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. This position is generally sedentary with substantial computer usage.Work Environment The job operates in a professional office environment but in a manufacturing company. This job routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers phones photocopiers and scanners.Disclaimers To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations the applicant must be a U.S. citizen lawful permanent resident of the U.S. protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of addition please note that this position may require a current United States National Security clearance or eligibility for such a clearance.Terran Orbital is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race color religion age national origin ancestry ethnicity gender gender identity gender expression sexual orientation marital status veteran status disability genetic information or membership in any other group protected by federal state or local law.If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability you may contact us at .Terran Orbital does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters employment agencies or staffing firms. To conduct business with Terran Orbital a Master Services Agreement (MSA) must be executed and confirmed prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed MSA Terran Orbital shall not be responsible to any individual or entity for any payment relating to any form of fee or compensation.And in the event that a resume or candidate is submitted by a recruiter an employment agency or a staffing firm without a fully executed MSA Terran Orbital has the unrestricted right to pursue and hire any of those candidate(s) without any legal or financial responsibility to the recruiter agency and/or firm.Required Experience:Exec Key Skills Business Development,Eclipse,Economics,Accounting,Corporate Risk Management,Brokerage Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 250000 - 315000

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