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ispaceRemote$126k – $189kPosted 26 March 2026
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Senior Program Manager
Englewood, ColoradoAny /Full-Time (Regular) /On-Site
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At ispace U.S., we’re not just going to the Moon—we’re redefining how we get there. Our missions push the boundaries of human and robotic exploration, driven by our belief: “Expand our Planet. Expand our Future.” By providing cost-effective lunar transportation, we are pioneering a future where space is within reach for scientific discovery, commercial ventures, and sustainable exploration.
With locations in Japan, Luxembourg, and the United States, ispace is rapidly growing and leading the way in lunar exploration and development. Our U.S. branch is based in Englewood, Colorado, and focuses on high-capacity payload lunar landers designed to support future lunar missions. Our team is made up of innovators, problem-solvers, and visionaries committed to making space more accessible and fostering the next generation of space exploration.
Let’s go to the Moon together! Our team is growing, and we are actively seeking talented individuals who share our passion for space.
ispace Technologies US is seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Program Manager to report to the ispace-US EVP of Operations to manage various complex technical development programs aimed at supporting a long-term vision of establishing a permanent presence on the moon! This person will collaborate closely with other Program Managers and a multi-disciplinary team of engineers and support personnel to drive the execution of various activities within lunar lander development programs.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated team working to develop cutting edge technology advancements on the moon!
Key Responsibilities
Program execution in various phases of the program lifecycle to include Business Development, Design, Manufacturing Integration and Test and Mission Operations
Generate and maintain program integrated master schedule (IMS)
Generate and maintain program budgets and forecasts, including financial, technical, and schedule risk and opportunity positions
Responsible for all program planning and controls functions for assigned program to include schedule, Subcontract Deliverable Requirements Lists (SDRL's) and Risks
Work closely with other contractors/teammates in meeting customer needs
Ensures cost, schedule and scope are defined and properly tracked from conception to delivery
Biased towards action – must be willing to take initiative and drive projects to closure with limited supervision
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's within a STEM discipline. We will consider an equivalent combination of relevant education and / or experience.
10+ years of combined experience managing complex and challenging cross-functional development programs within a highly fast paced technical environment, ideally within the Aerospace industry
10+ years working in a highly complex Engineering driven environment
High sense of accountability and ownership, ability to be resourceful and deliver results with minimal direction
Strong problem-solving and proven data driving-decision making abilities, proactively identifying critical-path actions, risks, and opportunities to accelerate progress
Experience with both Government and Commercial Contracts; understanding of DFAR/FAR requirements is a plus
Proven and effective executive-level briefing, writing and organizational skills and significant experience leading across multiple technical and business operations disciplines
Excellent analytical and interpersonal skills, with ability to work successfully across global cross functional leaders
Proficiency in Microsoft tools to include MS Project, Sharepoint, MS Teams and Atlassian Products
Comfortable creating order with ambiguity
What Makes You Stand Out!
Agile and able to respond to dynamic priorities
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