Program Manager - North Logan
2 days ago
Job description
Job ID: 5805A
Date Posted: February 20, 2026
The Civil & Commercial Space Division at Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is at the forefront of scientific research and space exploration. We equip major Government and commercial missions with calibrated state-of-the-art sensors and satellites. We also provide world-class AI&T technologies and mission management. Our projects include challenges across planetary science, Earth observation, heliophysics, and astrophysics. Be part of a team that pushes the boundaries of what's possible in space and contributes to monumental scientific discoveries.
SDL's Civil and Commercial Space Division is seeking applicants for project managers with backgrounds in managing and developing complex optomechanical spacecraft instrument systems. The successful applicant will be responsible for managing the day-to-day program needs for space satellite and/or sensor systems as well as rolling up their sleeves and mixing it up with the technical team. The program manager will work as part of a larger team with customers, external partners and vendors, scientists, developers, engineers, managers, technicians, and support personnel. The ideal candidate will have experience managing space system development with an emphasis in optical/camera systems. Much of each day will be spent in spirited technical discussion. You will lead a group of several dozen engineers and support staff to provide timely and cost-effective solutions to Government and Commercial customers. A technical background along with extensive program management experience with schedules and budgets is required.
Key Responsibilities:
- Understands and addresses customer needs and issues, usually by direct interface
- Develops and nourishes a strong partner relationship with the customer program management and engineering leadership teams
- Pursues new business development opportunities
- Leads complex system development by organizing and focusing the work of multiple engineers with diverse specialties on a common technical solution
- Ensures the technical team has clear deliverables with clear deadlines
- Defines "done" and keeps the team focused on the mission
- Coordinates with multiple corporate and government agencies to execute the contract
- Assembles and directs corporate resources toward execution of the contract
- Identifies, tracks, avoids, and mitigates risks
- Trades issues of scope, approach, cost, and schedule
- Delivers the contracted result
- 5+ years of technical program experience
- Masters in a degree field that is applicable to engineering systems, or a bachelor's degree with an additional 5 years of experience
- Ability to understand complex technical issues, translate them to workable tasks, and guide technical discussions and decisions
- Experience managing complex space system (electrical, mechanical, optical) development with loosely defined requirements
- Demonstrated supervisory experience
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in a complex environment with equal partners
- Proficiency in task management
- Ability to organize and manage a geographically dispersed team that includes SDL and subcontractor team members
- Experience developing program schedules and controlling budgets to meet required deadlines
- Ability to work in a team-oriented environment while making direct contributions to team success
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Must be a U.S. Citizen and hold an active Top Secret Clearance
- Must be able to travel
- Technical engineering or science degree
- PMP or other management credential
- Experience with EVMS
- Experience with DoD or NASA technical programs, including working with NASA mission principle investigators
- Demonstrated success managing high tempo projects
- Salary commensurate based on education and relevant experience
This range serves as a general guideline and may vary based on factors such as role, level, location, market conditions, and individual qualifications, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The range displayed in the job advertisement reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries across all US locations. Specific salary details for a candidate's preferred location can be provided by the recruiter or HR manager during the hiring process.
Why Join SDL?
*SDL offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. Visit our Benefits Page to learn more about what we offer.
SDL delivers advanced multi-domain solutions to protect national security and enable scientific discovery. Our expertise in satellites, sensors and instruments, ground systems and data processing, and autonomous systems plays a critical role in missions supporting NASA and the Department of Defense. Join our team of engineers, scientists, technicians, and business professionals in our seventh decade of delivering mission success.
At SDL, we strive to uphold a culture of respect, collaboration, empowerment, and accountability. We listen with open minds, seek to understand diverse perspectives, and engage in thoughtful dialogue. We work together by sharing knowledge, involving others, and offering support. We trust and empower our team members to take ownership, act with integrity, and be accountable. Above all, we deliver on our commitments to each other and to our mission partners.
The application window for this position is expected to remain open for approximately 14 days; however, it may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications promptly.
For questions, assistance, or accommodation with the application process or the DoD SkillBridge program, please contact
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