Technical Space Program Manager

Overview

LMI is seeking a skilled Technical Space Program Manager to act as the primary interface to a Space Systems Command 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 Work 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 new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with innovation and speed. Investing in technology and prototypes ahead of need, LMI brings commercial-grade platforms and mission-ready AI to federal agencies at commercial speed.

Leveraging our mission-ready technology and solutions, proven expertise in federal deployment, and strategic relationships, we enhance outcomes for the government, efficiently and effectively. With a focus on agility and collaboration, LMI serves the defense, space, healthcare, and energy sectors—helping agencies navigate complexity and outpace change. Headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, LMI is committed to delivering impactful results that strengthen missions and drive lasting value.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute work across a growing number of projects.
• Manage complex analysis and data 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.
• Contribute to technical solutions managing a diverse team of software developers, data scientists, systems engineers, and subject matter experts. 
• 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.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor of Science or graduate degree in engineering or other related technical discipline.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in program management (including subcontract management) and space systems engineering.
• Program management experience in programs totaling approximately $10M or more.
• Minimum of five (5) years of space mission area experience in space sensing, environmental monitoring, DoD weather operations
• 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.

Desired: 

• Additional degree in engineering management.
• Experience with the Space Force, Space Systems Command, and related missions, technologies, and business practices are highly desired.
• Prior acquisition program management experience. 
• Certified Project Management Professional (PMP).

Target salary range: $112,000 - $190,000

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. Final compensation will be determined by a variety of factors including but not limited to your skills, experience, education, and/or certifications.

Salary : $112,000 - $190,000