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Project Manager (willing to consider all Sr. levels)

Redwire Space

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Bring your passion for space!
Redwire is accelerating humanity's expansion into space by delivering reliable, economical and sustainable infrastructure for future generations.
Summary
Redwire Space Missions LLC is seeking an experienced Project Manager (willing to consider all Sr. levels) based in the Denver, CO area to support multiple programs. This is considered an onsite role, based out of our Littleton, CO. office. This position is responsible for program leadership and direction ensuring successful execution consistent with the budget, schedule, scope, technical requirements, and contract deliverables. They will lead large projects with high levels of risk and scope complexity. You must have the ability to obtain a security clearance.
Responsibilities
  • Coordinate with engineering, manufacturing, quality assurance, and test teams for seamless execution of all phases of space avionics design through product delivery.
  • Develop and maintain detailed project plans, Gantt charts, and milestone tracking aligned with program objectives.
  • Manage supplier and subcontractor deliverables related to hardware, tooling, and test systems.
  • Facilitate technical reviews (PDR, CDR, TRR, FRR) and ensure compliance with customer and regulatory requirements.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders and external customers, including government agencies and commercial partners.
  • Drive continuous improvement in AI&T processes, documentation, and team performance.
  • Develop project budgets, schedules and resource plans; provide monthly variance reporting on ETC and EAC.
  • Execute projects in accordance with internal QMS and AS9100 requirements.
  • Identify and mitigate risks, proactively preparing for potential project issues and scope creep.
Ideal Experience
  • Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in an Engineering, Physics, or related technical field.
  • 8+ years of experience in space systems or defense project management.
  • Proven track record managing multi-disciplinary teams in a high-reliability, mission-critical environment.
  • Technical familiarity with space systems avionics components.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Experience with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, Jira) and ERP systems.
  • Must be willing to travel as required - 25%.
  • Must have the ability to obtain a security clearance.
  • US Citizen or US Person as defined by ITAR regulations.
Desired Skills
  • Able to perform duties with little to no management oversite, may mentor other less experienced Project Managers.
  • 10+ years program management experience in space environment.
  • Apply Earned Value Management (EVM) principles to performance schedule and determine areas requiring upper-management attention.
  • Advanced to expert level user preferred in Microsoft Project and Excel.
  • PMP certification preferred.
Grow with us as we innovate the next generation capabilities for a new era of space exploration! We offer a highly competitive benefits package along with a commitment to our core values of Integrity, Innovation, Impact, Inclusion and Excellence.
Pay Range
$120,000 - $190,000/Yr.
How We Determine What We Pay (Compensation Philosophy)
Redwire determines pay for positions using local, national, and industry-specific survey data, for our locations throughout the US. We will evaluate external equity and the cost of labor/prevailing wage index, in the relative marketplace for jobs directly comparable to jobs within our company.
For new hires, we strive to make competitive offers allowing the new employee room for future growth. Salaries will be based on the applicant's level of experience, education, and specialized knowledge and skills. Additionally, we consider the external market rate, the amount we have budgeted internally, and internal equity within the company for the same position. An employee/candidate with a stronger skill set will be considered for higher pay.
Redwire is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Redwire is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
All offers of employment at Redwire are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check and your ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the US. Note that some positions will also require US citizenship or ability to obtain a security clearance due to requirements of a classified program.
As mandated by Executive Order 14042, all newly hired employees must be fully vaccinated before their start date unless a medical or religious accommodation is formally approved by Redwire prior to employment.
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR Click
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Job Type
Full Time
Location
Littleton, CO

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