Senior Technical Program Manager, Electric Propulsion

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Mastering program schedules: You will own the full propulsion program roadmap. That means staying ahead of the curve across development, testing, parts procurement, and assembly, then mapping all of that into an active…
• Bridging products and programs: You will serve as the primary link to our product group, helping guide strategic product decisions and making sure the overall roadmap gets executed without a hitch.
• Driving thruster production: You will keep supply chains steady and kitting organized, track timeline needs for specific spacecraft missions, cut through organizational friction to keep production moving, and decide on…
• Maintaining clear team communication: You will keep dialogue flowing across engineering leads, managers, and executives to minimize unexpected surprises or crossed wires.
• Managing customer relationships: You will act as the point person for our thruster customers—understanding their pain points, sharing transparent updates, knowing when discretion is needed, and involving the broader…
• Translating needs into test priorities: You will break down top-level mission specs into clear testing targets, pinpointing exactly what must be proven on the test stand and building realistic plans to validate it.
• Integrating across hardware teams: You will ensure propulsion works hand-in-hand with the rest of hardware—leveraging our machine shop, tapping mechanical engineering expertise, and coordinating sensible electrical…
• Advocating for the big picture: You will keep an eye on industry trends, competitor moves, and market shifts to help make tough choices that drive Muon's overall success.

Job requirements

• 5+ years working in engineering or program management environments.
• A relevant degree in engineering, physical sciences, or a related technical field.
• Proven track record navigating complex organization levels, balancing tight timelines, and resolving competing goals across different functional teams.
• Direct familiarity with space propulsion architectures and components.
• Hands-on exposure to space systems development or spacecraft integration.
• Practical work experience in test campaigns, hardware manufacturing, or production lines.