Spacecraft Programs Manager

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Established in 1973, SES AMERICOM is the largest supplier of satellite services in the U.S. and is recognized for the delivery of the highest quality satellite communications services. The company currently operates a fleet of 17 spacecraft providing service throughout the Americas. As a member of the SES family, AMERICOM is able to provide end-to-end telecommunications solutions to any region in the world. Based in Princeton, New Jersey, SES AMERICOM maintains several offices and staffed operations centers in the United States/North America. We are a wholly owned subsidiary of SES Global S.A., offering access to a fleet of over 40 spacecraft. For more information, visit www.ses-americom.com.

The Manager, Spacecraft Programs is responsible to manage spacecraft program(s) from inception through launch activities and orbit injection.

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least fifteen years experience in satellite design, manufacturing & test, system engineering and program management.
• Bachelors Degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or equivalent is required. Master’s Degree preferred.
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of satellite design, assembly integration & test, cost and schedule trades and program management.
• Strong demonstration of satellite program and engineering leadership.
• Extensive experience with launch vehicles and launch operations.
• Excellent writing and reporting skills.
• Effective communication skills with people at all levels of the organization.
• Good interpersonal and relationship management skills.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Perform as the focal point in Space Systems and Operations of support for new spacecraft programs.
• Provide technical support to Americom’s Business Development, Marketing/Sales, Legal & Sourcing departments and lead proposal efforts in response to customers’ RFQs.
• Lead the design, conformance to requirements and on-going technical evaluation for next generation satellites under consideration.
• Lead the technical negotiations associated with new spacecraft programs.
• Monitor and resolve issues that develop during the spacecraft assembly, integration and test phase.
• Coordinate, convene and follow up the quarterly management meetings between satellite manufacturer and Americom.
• Ensure a proper flow of internal communication between different associates and departments, and make sure that the necessary actions are followed up.
• Perform engineering functions in many of the following satellite technical areas: mechanical, thermal, attitude control, electrical power, payload, CR&T, satellite system and quality engineering including technical review and oversight duties.
• Perform other tasks as requested.
• Sign and approve technical contractual documents for spacecraft program.