Senior Technical Program Manager

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Technical Program Manager to join our dynamic team working at the forefront of space technology. In this role, you will play a critical part in the planning, coordination, and execution of complex aerospace projects including spacecraft development, subsystem development, integration & launch as well as designing for customer concept of operations. You’ll act as the technical interface between engineering teams, project management, and external stakeholders to ensure mission success.

What You’ll Do as a Senior Technical Program Manager:  

• Project Planning & Execution 

• • Lead and coordinate cross-functional engineering teams to deliver project milestones on time and within budget. 

• • Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, risk registers, and technical documentation. 

• • Manage engineering change processes, ensuring alignment with program goals. 

• Technical Leadership 

• • Support system-level design, integration, and verification efforts. 

• • Participate in technical reviews (PDR, CDR, TRR etc) and ensure all engineering outputs meet mission requirements. 

• • Identify and mitigate technical risks throughout the product lifecycle. 

• Stakeholder Collaboration 

• • Interface with internal teams, subcontractors, government agencies, and customers. 

• • Communicate technical and project status clearly to non-technical stakeholders. 

• Compliance & Standards 

• • Ensure compliance with aerospace standards (NASA, ESA, DoD, ECSS, etc.) and internal quality systems. 

• • Assist in developing and improving engineering processes and best practices. 

• • Understand the implementation & execution of Space Product Assurance activities 

 Key Qualifications & Skills:  

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field. 

• 5+ years of experience in aerospace, defense, or space systems engineering. 

• Strong understanding of systems engineering principles and space mission lifecycle. 

• Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, JIRA, Primavera) 

• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills both internally and externally with customer / government stakeholders. 

Preferred Skills:  

• Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, JIRA, Primavera) and modeling software (e.g., SolidWorks, MATLAB, STK). 

• Experience with satellite systems, propulsion, launch integration, or spacecraft avionics. 

• Familiarity with Agile or hybrid project methodologies. 

Spire operates a hybrid work model, and this position will require you to work a minimum of three days per week in the office.

Access to US export-controlled software and/or technology may be required for this role. If needed, Spire will arrange the necessary licenses—this is not something candidates need to have before applying. #LI-DC1