Program Director, Special Programs

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. PROGRAM DIRECTOR, SPECIAL PROGRAMS Join us in pioneering cutting-edge, innovative space-based capabilities that redefine National Security. Build revolutionary technologies to protect and advance our nation's most critical missions. RESPONSIBILITIES: Build and manage a team that delivers spacecraft hardware through volume production and flight Drive multiple active programs simultaneously and ensure good architectural decisions are being made, execution timelines are appropriately met, and roadblocks are removed quickly to maintain rapid progress Personally dive into the hottest problems with the team to ensure the most program threatening issues are getting the right amount of attention and action Develop and maintain a technical roadmap that grows the engineering team’s core capabilities and progresses the portfolio of Special Programs missions Coach and develop future leaders in running programs and leading teams Establish a strong engineering culture where individuals are willing to take healthy risks, and the environment is one where the best idea gets presented and wins Pull together strong resource plans that ensure program success and inform credible hiring needs Develop accurate sales forecasts with a demonstrated track record of achieving revenue milestones on time; prepare comprehensive program and capital budgets to ensure optimal investment in technology and program development Ensure production yields and on orbit performance are maintained at healthy levels Serve as the primary contact for assigned US Government customers Work with multidisciplinary teams across the company to ensure timely submittal of high-quality mission deliverables and on-time execution of mission milestones BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in engineering or physics 10+ years of experience in the aerospace industry 5+ years of technical project management experience in an aerospace organization Active Top-Secret SCI, or DOE Level Q clearance PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Strong ability to partner with other engineering disciplines to achieve ambitious objectives 15+ years of professional experience in spacecraft engineering, test, and integration of payloads, ground systems, communications, and government systems, with in-depth knowledge of US Government spacecraft requirements Demonstrated excellence in technical program management Demonstrated success in negotiating, capturing, and executing large US Government contracts. Detail-oriented, diligent, and hard-working with excellent customer interface and leadership skills Experience interacting with and presenting to the US Government Knowledge of US Government testing standards and specifications Excellent written and verbal communication skills ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be willing to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed to meet critical deliverable and launch/test schedule timelines Able to travel for short and extended trips as needed (up to 25% travel) COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay Range: Program Director: $185,000.00- $260,000.00/per year. Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short & long-t