LMI is seeking a skilled Space Program Manager to act as the primary interface to the Space Systems Command (SSC) customer and be responsible for the overall contract performance. The Program Manager ensures all staff are effectively managed and that all requirements in the Statement of Objectives are successfully executed. Occasional travel is expected. Responsibilities include planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

LMI is a consultancy dedicated to improving the business of government, drawing from deep expertise in advanced analytics, digital services, logistics, and management advisory services. Established as a private, not-for-profit organization in 1961, LMI is a trusted third party to federal civilian and defense agencies, free of commercial and political bias. We operate completely free of political and commercial bias, and we are entirely aligned with the goals of our clients. Our clients value our specialized services in logistics, intelligence, homeland security, health care, and energy and environment markets. We believe government can make a difference, and we seek talented, hardworking people who share that conviction. We offer a generous compensation package with excellent benefits that start the first day of employment. Business casual dress, flex time, and tuition reimbursement are a few of our many work-life benefits available to our employees.

This position requires an active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.

• Plan, coordinate, and execute work across a growing number of projects.
• Manage complex analysis projects ensuring that goals, requirements, and outcomes are defined and that the appropriate resources are allocated.
• Direct and monitor team performance to ensure that projects are implemented, supported, and closed accurately and in accordance with key milestones and established project standards are upheld and clearly defined throughout the entire process of each project’s development and execution.
• Foster positive working relationships with team, client personnel, other companies on the team, and leadership counterparts.
• Prioritize tasks, set deadlines, and assign resources to each project.
• Track cost, schedule, and performance, as well as prepare documents and develop project specific policy, procedures, and report status to all levels.
• Manage staffing requirements, including recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and execution.
• Manage task assignments and oversight of personnel to ensure excellence in services delivery.
• Identify and manage potential risks and problem areas and provide recommended solutions.
• Directs efforts of cross-competency teams at multiple locations.
• Prepare monthly cost reports and ensure such deliverables are submitted in a timely fashion and of high quality/accuracy. When appropriate, propose a plan to correct any cost variances or projected rate adjustments.
• Prepare briefing charts, schedule meetings, keep records and record minutes, prepare after-action reports in support of technical reviews.
• Regularly brief senior leadership on program status and milestones.
• Ensure program compliance with government and corporate policies and mandates, and adherence to directives from governing entities.
• Anticipate and resolves procurement challenges and problems, such as small business set aside goals, certification requirements, and acquisition strategy.
• Work with LMI and LMI business partners to pursue new business opportunities.
• Support business development and bid and proposal efforts for opportunities, bringing together capabilities across LMI to define a solution that meets and exceeds client expectations.

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field with 10+ years of professional experience or master's degree in a STEM field with 8+ years of professional experience.
• Program management or leadership experience in programs totaling approximately $10M or more.
• Superior communication skills, both oral and written.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills with a “client first” attitude.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams to successful outcomes.
• Exceptional organizational skills and a deep understanding of project management best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to balance competing priorities and exhibit flexibility based on changing client needs.
• High level of business acumen, ability to develop and implement strategy.
• Strong connector - make insightful connections to bring the right people together to solve problems and grow the business.
• Active Top Secret Government security clearance. US Citizenship required.

Desired: 

• Additional degree in engineering management.
• Experience with the Space Force, Space Command, and related missions, technologies, and business practices are highly desired.
• Experience with Space Domain Awareness (SDA) operations, systems, and acquisition
• Certified Project Management Professional (PMP).
• Active TS//SCI

Target salary range: $104k-180k

Disclaimer:

The salary range displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is not a guarantee of compensation. Individual salaries are determined by various factors including, but not limited to location, internal equity, business considerations, client contract requirements, and candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, skills, and security clearances.