Senior Technical Program Manager

Technical Program ManagerWe are seeking a Technical Program Manager to help manage, plan, and deliver on exciting projects. You will oversee cross-functional teams, create and manage project schedules, budgets, risks/opportunities, and ensure alignment with technical and strategic goals. Ongoing efforts span from component level upgrades to component design and integration with NextGen into Capella's current and next generation spacecraft design. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated, collaborative, and supportive team to achieve novel on-orbit capabilities. This role will directly contribute to large scale and high impact efforts within the company.ResponsibilitiesExperience leading technology projects through full program lifecycle including planning, execution, project closure, stakeholder management and issue/dependency managementExperience developing and maintaining a comprehensive project portfolio, ensuring alignment with business objectives and technology projects, and tracking and maintaining schedules and status across multiple development projectsAbility to prioritize projects and programs based on strategic importance, resource availability and business impactExperience managing complex budgets including labor forecasts, actuals, material, and subcontractorsMentor and knowledge share with project resources ensuring accountability for project deliverablesStrong, clear and concise documentation and communication skills with broad range of technical/non-technical resources, internal/external audiences, and all levels of the organizationAbility to translate technical requirements into work delivery plans.Strong Problem-solving and proven data driving-decision making abilities, proactively identifying critical-path actions, risks, and opportunities to accelerate progressExperience with varying project management methodologies (ie. Waterfall, agile, scrum)Proven self-starter with experience in a fast-paced, nimble environmentRequirements5+ years of program or project management experienceBachelor's degree or higher education in engineering, science, or a related technical field. Business degree acceptable with aerospace experienceProficiency in project management software tools and collaboration platforms such as MS Project, Smartsheet, Jira, and ConfluenceProven ability to manage technical development and/or R&D scopeExcellent verbal and written communication skillsTo conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Capella Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable.The total compensation package includes base salary, bonus, equity, and a range of benefits available on our career site.If this role has a commission structure, the compensation range below just reflects the base compensation range.Wage Transparency: $126,887 —$181,949 USDCompensation will vary based on individual factors such as education, qualifications, and experience of the final candidate(s), specific office location, and calibration against relevant market data and internal team equity. Posted base salary figures are subject to change as new market data becomes available. Our benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, matching 401(k), unlimited PTO and paid holidays, parental/adoption leave, legal insurance, and a home technology stipend. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided when a candidate receives an offer of employment.At IonQ, we believe in fair treatment, access, opportunity, and advancement for all while striving to identify and eliminate barriers. We empower employees to thrive by fostering a culture of autonomy, productivity, and respect. We are dedicated to creating an environment where individuals can feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued. We are committed to equity and justice. We welcome different voices and viewpoints and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, ancestry, physical and/or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.