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As the manager of Program Engineering for the USG Tech and Innovation Team, you will lead and oversee the engineering program management activities across the USG GTM Organization. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong technical expertise, exceptional leadership and communication skills, and a proven track record of managing complex engineering projects. This role will ensure that all engineering programs align with the company’s goals and are executed efficiently, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
What You’ll Be Doing
TS/SCI Clearance BS degree in Systems Engineering, Program Management, or a related field 5-7 years engineering or technical program management 5 years managing complex engineering projects Experience working with USG customers, including those in technical and leadership positions Jira and Salesforce experience Strong understanding of AI/ML methodologies, GEOINT programs, and core technologies Ability to architect solutions by referencing customer requirements, technical capabilities, and product offerings across multiple portfolios Ability to travel
Preferred Requirements
There is a reason we boast awards like Best Employer, Best Place to work, Top employer, candidate experience winner. Our strength is in our people. Each team member makes a unique contribution to our collective mission.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, health and welfare insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees. You can find more information on our benefits at: https://www.maxar.com/careers/benefits
Additionally, this position is incentive eligible with a target based on contribution, company performance, and/or individual results achieved; the specific incentive plan and target amount will be determined based on the role and breadth of contributions.
The application window is three days from the date the job is posted and will remain posted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. If the job is reposted regardless of reason, it will remain posted three days from the date the job is reposted and will remain reposted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire.
The date of posting can be found on Maxar’s Career page at the top of each job posting.
To apply, submit your application via Maxar’s Career page.
Maxar Technologies values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
As the manager of Program Engineering for the USG Tech and Innovation Team, you will lead and oversee the engineering program management activities across the USG GTM Organization. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong technical expertise, exceptional leadership and communication skills, and a proven track record of managing complex engineering projects. This role will ensure that all engineering programs align with the company’s goals and are executed efficiently, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Technical Program Management: Oversee the successful planning, execution, and delivery of multiple, concurrent programs using JIRA and Salesforce as primary tools
- Technical Oversight: Provide technical guidance and support to program managers and engineering teams, ensuring compliance with industry standards, regulations, and best practices
- Collaborative Leadership: Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation through close working relationships with cross functional teams, including internal and external stakeholders
- Stakeholder Management: Communicate project status, risks, and issues effectively and ensure alignment with stakeholder expectations
- “First Mile” Proposal Support: Work with account leads and sales teams to create compelling and compliant solutions to capture new opportunities, either in response to government solicitations or white papers. Serve as a solution architect for key strategic initiatives. Ensure rigor in ROM, Solution (including the definition of core product) and Schedule
- Capability Development Implementation: Support the development and evaluation of new concepts and subsequently drive their implementation within engineering programs, ensuring they are integrated effectively into existing systems and processes
Preferred Requirements
- MS degree in Systems Engineering, Program Management, or a related field
- Proficiency in project management methodologies. PMP strongly desired
- Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously from a cost, schedule and technical perspective
- Experience with solutions that contain commercial capabilities as well as services offerings
There is a reason we boast awards like Best Employer, Best Place to work, Top employer, candidate experience winner. Our strength is in our people. Each team member makes a unique contribution to our collective mission.
- Health, Vision, Dental Insurance, and Employee Assistance Program
- 401K, with matching and immediate vesting
- Health Savings Account (HSA)/Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Options
- Unlimited PTO, 10 Holidays, and Sick Time
- Maternity and Paternity Leave
- Adoption Reimbursement
- Flexible Hours, Hybrid work options
- Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment
- Pet Insurance
- And More!
- The base pay for this position within Colorado is: $120,000.00 - $200,000.00 annually.
- The base pay for this position within the Washington, DC metropolitan area is: $132,000.00 - $220,000.00 annually.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, health and welfare insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees. You can find more information on our benefits at: https://www.maxar.com/careers/benefits
Additionally, this position is incentive eligible with a target based on contribution, company performance, and/or individual results achieved; the specific incentive plan and target amount will be determined based on the role and breadth of contributions.
The application window is three days from the date the job is posted and will remain posted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. If the job is reposted regardless of reason, it will remain posted three days from the date the job is reposted and will remain reposted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire.
The date of posting can be found on Maxar’s Career page at the top of each job posting.
To apply, submit your application via Maxar’s Career page.
Maxar Technologies values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary : $120,000 - $200,000