Launch Service Program Manager

Description

As a Launch Service Program Manager, you will be both the technical SME and program manager for Stoke’s US Government Contracted Launch Services programs. You will be responsible for the technical progress, schedule, and budget, beginning with supporting proposal creation through successful on-contract deliverable completion. You will serve as the interface between the US Government Customers and Stoke Leadership to ensure successful program execution. As part of a small, well-supported team, you will have access to the resources you need to get the job done right while simultaneously boosting your skills at a pace that can’t be matched in most other roles. You must be ready to stay focused, move fast, self-direct, and learn on the fly. 

Responsibilities

• Support Launch Service Business Development activities including customer interfacing, shaping, strategies to win and proposal writing
• Listen to customer input and develop end-to-end solutions which meet customer objectives 
• Understand system and mission assurance requirements to meet required objectives and collaborate with US Government customers to ensure alignment
• Define and manage the technical progress, schedule, and budget for Launch Services Programs 
• Develop system concept of operations, including for ground, flight, and recovery phase 

Qualifications

• 10 years minimum experience in a related role preferred  
• Demonstrated experience working on one or more launch programs through the full lifecycle, from concept through operations 
• Proficiency working with interdisciplinary technical teams, including mechanical, electrical, and software engineers
• Basic understanding of engineering fundamentals, including orbital dynamics, rocket and/or spacecraft design, fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, structures, command and control systems, and systems integration workflows 
• Excellent written and verbal communication 
• Excellent understanding of contract deliverables, performance work statements, and negotiation skills 
• Demonstrated experience managing government programs – including cost, schedule, risk, and overall execution
• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in aerospace, mechanical, or electrical engineering, or similar
• Willing to relocate to Seattle, WA

Benefits

• Equity – We are pleased to offer equity in the form of stock options to all regular, full-time employees. 
• Comprehensive benefits program including subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance 
• Company-paid life and disability insurance 
• 401(k) plan with employer match 
• 4 weeks’ Paid Time Off  
• Holidays – 10 days (including an end-of-year closure) 
• Paid Family/Parental Leave  
• On-site gym or monthly wellness stipend (depending on location) 
• Dog friendly offices! 

Compensation

Target Levels:

• Level 4 range: $155,500 - $233,200
• Level 5 range: $186,600 - $279,800

Our job posts are intentionally written to attract a wide variety of experience levels, and we make decisions about the right fit on a per-candidate basis. 

Your actual level and base salary will be decided based on your specific experience and skill level.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), you 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 State.