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Space Kinetic, a venture-backed startup focused on national security priorities in the aerospace sector, is seeking a Technical Program Manager to lead and coordinate technical projects related to aerospace hardware development. The ideal candidate should have a strong engineering background, project management experience in aerospace, and excellent communication skills.
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Job Summary
Space Kinetic is a venture-backed startup developing asymmetric capabilities for space superiority and missile defense using proprietary electromechanical deployment systems.
The Technical Program Manager will lead planning and execution of aerospace engineering projects while coordinating closely with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams.
The role offers equity-based compensation, competitive PTO, comprehensive medical coverage, and a unique performance-based bonus structure.
Matching Summary
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Space Kinetic, a venture-backed startup focused on national security priorities in the aerospace sector, is seeking a Technical Program Manager to lead and coordinate technical projects related to aerospace hardware development. The ideal candidate should have a strong engineering background, project management experience in aerospace, and excellent communication skills.
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Salary
Base: $130,000 - $180,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: Equity-Based Compensation and Performance-Based Bonus Structure; Benefits: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage, High PTO
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
5+ years project management experience
Aerospace industry experience required
Hardware development lifecycle knowledge
Cross-functional engineering coordination
Configuration management principles
Nice-to-have
Prototype or flight hardware experience
Customer-funded program support
PMP certification preferred
Software integration understanding
Defense-related development efforts
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field
US citizenship or eligible work authorization per ITAR
Experience managing technical schedules and milestones
Ability to identify technical dependencies and risks
Work Rights
Must be US citizen, permanent resident, refugee, asylee, or eligible for authorizations