Technical Program Manager - Lunar Data Network

Job Description

Job Description

Technical Program Manager – Lunar Data Network

Houston Texas, Onsite, Secondary location Glen Burnie MD

About Intuitive Machines

Intuitive Machines is an innovative and cutting-edge space company making cislunar space accessible to both public and private customers. Our mission is to further science and exploration, communications, and economic progress from the Earth to the Moon and beyond. With the first commercial lunar landing in history, multiple NASA lunar missions in development, and additional private missions on our manifest, we pride ourselves in supporting our customers and the nation in paving the way to return humans to the surface of the Moon. Our world-class team includes experts in all aspects of spacecraft subsystems design, development, and test, on-orbit operations, and safety.

About The Position

The Technical Program Manager will directly oversee technical execution of the Near Space Network Services contracts, with a focus on building and implementing the Lunar Data Network. This individual will lead technical programmatic tasks, manage cross-functional team activities, and maintain a strong focus on delivering program objectives. The Technical Program Manager will work closely with the Chief Engineer and Program Manager to ensure seamless coordination of technical and programmatic goals. The ideal candidate will have significant technical expertise, with experience in satellite communication systems or ground station operations being highly preferred.

Responsibilities :

• Manage the technical delivery of multiple interdependent projects for the Lunar Data Network program to meet program schedule and budget.
• Collaborate closely with the Chief Engineer and Program Manager to integrate technical and programmatic strategies.
• Identify technical risks and resolve technical challenges across projects.
• Develop and execute plans to burn down risks with technical trades in alignment with engineering & operations teams and programmatic objectives.
• Serve as a primary technical programmatic interface between Intuitive Machines, NASA, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with established program controls while driving continuous improvement by identifying and implementing best practices in program and technical management in a nimble fast-paced work environment.
• Prepare and deliver detailed technical presentations, program updates, and status reports to clients and leadership.
• Foster collaboration with external partners, suppliers, and subcontractors to ensure seamless technical integration and execution.

Required Qualifications :

Preferred :

EEO Statement

Intuitive Machines is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.