Loft Orbital is seeking a Senior Satellite Program Manager to lead execution of complex spacecraft and mission programs from contract award through on-orbit delivery. This role is accountable for establishing a credible program baseline and driving disciplined execution against it, across engineering, manufacturing, AIT, launch, and suppliers.
This is a hands-on execution leadership role — not a coordination role. You will build and own Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), manage cost and risk, and act as the primary execution interface to customers and internal leadership.
About this role:
Program Ownership & Execution:Own end-to-end delivery of one or more complex satellite programsEstablish and maintain the program baseline (scope, schedule, cost, risk)Drive execution to that baseline; lead replans and recovery when requiredServe as the primary customer interface for execution, schedule, and delivery commitmentsIntegrated Master Scheduling:Build and own logic-driven Level 4–5 IMSsValidate dependencies across hardware, software, AIT, launch, and suppliersEnsure schedules are executable, resource-aware, and actively used to manage workDrive weekly / biweekly execution cadence tied directly to the IMSCost, Risk, and Decision Support:Own program ETC/EAC in partnership with FinanceMaintain an active risk register with mitigation, off-ramps, and retirement criteriaPrepare and lead internal and external program reviews (PMRs, design reviewed, readiness reviews)Provide leadership with clear decision data, not status theaterCross-Functional & Supplier Leadership:Drive alignment across engineering, product, manufacturing, software, mission ops, and launchManage strategic suppliers as extensions of the programEscalate and resolve execution conflicts decisivelyProgram Ownership, Customer Interface & Contract Execution:Own end-to-end program execution from contract award through on-orbit deliveryServe as the primary customer interface for execution, schedule, scope, and delivery commitmentsTranslate contractual requirements into an executable program baselineEnsure customer expectations remain aligned with technical and schedule realityContract Administration & Change Control:Own day-to-day contract administration for assigned programs, in partnership with Legal and FinanceTrack contractual obligations, milestones, deliverables, and acceptance criteriaLead assessment and negotiation of scope changes, contract modifications, and schedule impactsEnsure execution remains compliant with contract terms and data rights requirementsSupport invoicing milestones, deliverable acceptance, and customer reportingReviews & External Communications:Lead customer program reviews, readiness reviews, and delivery checkpointsEnsure clear documentation of decisions, changes, and customer directionAct as Loft’s execution authority in customer-facing forumsMust Haves:
5+ years of experience in spacecraft, aerospace, or complex technical programsDemonstrated ownership of end-to-end program deliveryDeep experience building and executing Integrated Master SchedulesStrong understanding of spacecraft development lifecyclesProven ability to lead cross-functional teams under ambiguityNice to Haves:
Experience with multi-program ownership or portfoliosFamiliarity with DCMA-style schedule health principlesExperience interfacing with government or institutional customersSome of Our Awesome Benefits:
Equity, we want you to have an active role in our successUp to 35 days of Paid Time Off (vacations & RTT ) and flexible working hours, we want you to be at your bestHealth and life insurance, we care about your healthLunch Vouchers, because let’s be honest, we love food! (we even have a slack channel about it #loft-gourmand)Cross-office travel opportunities between San Francisco, Colorado, and Toulouse to learn from our differencesCompany and team off-sites and many other events to work & celebrate togetherRelocation assistance to Toulousewhen applicable *Research shows that while men apply to jobs where they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women and other underrepresented people tend to only apply when they meet 100% of the qualifications. At Loft, we value respectful debate and people who aren’t afraid to challenge assumptions. We strongly encourage you to apply, even if you don’t check all the boxes.
Who We Are
Loft: Space Made Simple.
Founded in 2017, Loft provides governments, companies, and research institutions with a fast, reliable, and simple way to deploy missions in orbit.
We integrate, launch, and operate spacecraft, offering end-to-end missions as a service across Earth observation, IoT connectivity, on-orbit AI, national security missions, and more. Leveraging our existing space infrastructure and an extensive inventory of satellite buses, Loft is reducing years-long integration and launch timelines to months. With more than 30 missions flown, Loft’s flight heritage and proven technologies enable customers to focus on their mission objectives.
With a growing fleet on track to reach 30 satellites by 2027, we are scaling up quickly across our offices in San Francisco, CA | Golden, CO | and Toulouse, France to meet accelerating demand for space infrastructure.
As an international company your resume will be reviewed by people across our offices so please attach a copy in English.