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Sr. Project Manager (8-12 yrs)

Advanced Space


Job Location:

Westminster, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: USD 140000 - 178000
Posted: 30 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 6 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Advanced Space Full-time Onsite

Were going to the Moon. Think youve got what it takes

About the Role

At Advanced Space were enabling humanitys return to the Moon and building the technologies that will take us to Mars and beyond. Were looking for a Sr. Project Manager with 812 years of experience to lead the successful execution of some of the most ambitious space missions in the industry.

In this role youll provide programmatic leadership across complex aerospace projects partnering with engineering operations business development customers and executive leadership to ensure technical schedule cost and mission objectives are achieved. Youll oversee project execution from proposal through delivery while helping shape the future of lunar exploration national security missions and next-generation space technologies.

Were looking for someone who thrives in fast-paced technical environments enjoys solving complex program challenges and is passionate about leading teams that are delivering real missionsnot just concepts.

This position is open to U.S. Citizens only. Visa sponsorship is not available.

An active Top Secret security clearance is required.

About Advanced Space

Advanced Space exists to enable the sustainable exploration development and settlement of space through innovative software mission services and technology solutions. As the owner and operator of NASAs CAPSTONE mission and the Prime Contractor for AFRLs Oracle mission were helping shape the future of cislunar exploration while supporting commercial civil and national security customers.

Our team combines deep technical expertise with an entrepreneurial mindset. We move quickly collaborate across disciplines and empower every engineer to make meaningful contributions. If youre passionate about solving challenging problems and seeing your work fly in space youll fit right in.

What Youll Actually Do

Lead complex aerospace programs.

Provide day-to-day leadership for technically challenging projects by balancing cost schedule performance and risk throughout the full project lifecycle. Partner with engineering teams and leadership to ensure successful execution from proposal through delivery.

Drive project execution.

Develop and maintain integrated project schedules monitor project performance manage risks and ensure critical milestones are achieved. Coordinate technical teams customers suppliers and stakeholders to keep projects moving forward.

Manage program strategy and customer relationships.

Build trusted relationships with customers and partners while communicating project status technical trades risks and recommendations. Support successful customer engagements and ensure project objectives remain aligned with mission priorities.

Strengthen project processes.

Develop basis-of-estimate (BOE) documentation contribute to configuration management strategies oversee change management activities and help establish best practices that improve execution across the organization.

Support business growth.

Contribute to proposal development author technical white papers and position papers capture lessons learned and help shape future programs that expand Advanced Spaces mission portfolio.

Who Thrives Here

  • You have 812 years of experience leading complex technical or aerospace programs.
  • You have experience balancing technical performance cost schedule and risk across multiple phases of project execution.
  • You have a strong understanding of project management principles methodologies and best practices. PMP certification is a plus.
  • You have experience with aerospace systems development including spacecraft ground systems integration or testing.
  • Youre proficient in developing and maintaining Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) using tools such as Microsoft Project Jira or similar.
  • You understand contract management configuration management change control and project governance.
  • Youre familiar with government contracting FAR-based contracts or the Defense Acquisition Framework.
  • You excel at communicating with customers executive leadership engineering teams and government stakeholders.
  • Youre comfortable making decisions in fast-paced environments while keeping both the strategic vision and day-to-day execution in focus.
  • You take ownership. When you see a challenge you work with the team to solve it.

Bonus Points if You Have Experience With

  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
  • Defense Acquisition Framework or DoD acquisition programs
  • FAR-based government contracting
  • Aerospace integration and test programs
  • Configuration management for complex technical programs
  • Proposal development technical writing or basis-of-estimate (BOE) creation
  • Software intellectual property licensing or contract deliverables
  • National security or classified space programs
  • An active Top Secret security clearance

Success is Measured By

  • Delivering complex aerospace programs on schedule within budget and within scope.
  • Successfully managing project risks while balancing technical performance and customer expectations.
  • Building strong relationships with customers partners and internal stakeholders.
  • Maintaining accurate schedules forecasts and project reporting throughout execution.
  • Improving project management processes documentation and organizational best practices.
  • Contributing to successful proposals business growth and future mission opportunities.

Why Join Advanced Space

  • Lead programs that are shaping the future of lunar and deep-space exploration.
  • Work alongside world-class engineers solving some of the aerospace industrys most challenging technical problems.
  • Play a key role in delivering missions for NASA the Department of Defense and commercial space customers.
  • Be part of a growing company where your leadership directly influences mission success.
  • Join a team thats passionate about delivering innovation to orbitand beyond.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Base Salary: $140000$178000 (based on experience qualifications and location)
  • Signing bonus
  • Quarterly performance bonuses
  • Company-sponsored medical benefits and 401(k)
  • Flexible time off
  • Relocation assistance

Advanced Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability veteran status or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.


Required Experience:

Senior IC


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The team at Advanced Space supports innovative spaceflight missions and the utilization of cutting edge hardware and software improvements to enable entirely new spaceflight capabilities.

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