Voyager is an innovative space, defense, and national security technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space.

Forge the Future: Join Voyager Technologies

The future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies, we’re building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers and prepare us for what’s next. And we’re doing that with people who are wired to solve, build, adapt and lead. These roles are not for the faint of heart.

You’ll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We’re a company of doers, thinkers and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality.

If you want to put your skills to work where the stakes are real and the mission is bigger than any one person, forge the future with Voyager.

The Material Program Manager (level 5) is responsible and accountable for the execution of material schedule and budget for Voyager Technologies, including program execution with key propulsion subcontractors. The MPM leads all phases of subcontract program execution. This includes developing supplier program management documentation such as monthly status reports, SRR/PDR/CDR materials, program planning documentation, and program management related CDRLs, and presenting subcontract program materials to technical teams, leadership, and customers. The Material Program Manager (MPM) is a unique position that requires strategic thinking as well as tactical execution allowing an individual to make immediate tangible impacts. A successful MPM can work with minimal supervision to solve complex problems to ensure both short term and long term success of their respective program. An MPM would need to possess strong hard skills to execute plans to completion, as well as soft skills to appropriately work with multiple disciplines, and communicate challenges to many stakeholders. It is a rare position to stretch your skillsets and test your abilities making real impact on the organization.

Responsibilities include:

• Demonstrated ability generating, managing, and owning Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), Integrated Master Plans (IMP), and EVMS (earned value management system)
• Financial responsibilities including project-level profit and loss, EAC’s, material sales forecasting, accruals, and cost account management (CAM)
• Lead program execution with key subcontractors through all program phases, including SRR/PDR/CDR milestones and program management related CDRLs
• Serve as a primary customer contact for material and subcontract program information
• Ability to confidently present and represent Voyager Technologies Global Supply Chain in Program Management Reviews, leadership briefings, and customer briefings
• Ability to creatively solve complex supply chain problems with data driven strategies
• Demonstrated aptitude in identifying Risks and Opportunities to the program
• Consistently work on supply and demand to proactively identify gaps to eliminate them
• Escalate critical material shortages immediately upon identification and own efforts to resolve them
• Ability to resolve short term problems while maintaining long term success of the program
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced development environment
• Implement solutions to overcome current & future material shortages
• Coordinate and optimize delivery schedules with critical Suppliers
• Support follow-on and new business opportunities, including input into proposals
• Challenge business impediments to excellence and continuous improvement
• Demonstrated ability to lead others through dynamic and fluid environments

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Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or business AND a minimum of twenty (20) years of program management and/or supply chain management experience, including five (5) years managing DoD propulsion related programs
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Government issued Secret clearance; US citizenship is required
• Direct experience managing large subcontracts
• Material Program Management and/or Supply Chain Management experience working on prime defense programs
• Experience briefing executive management and customers on program status, risks, and future plans
• Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills
• Strong Program and Budget Management skills
• Proficient user with Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Project, Excel and PowerPoint

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active DoD Secret clearance
• Management of rocket propulsion defense system programs, including propulsion control systems
• Bachelor's degree in Systems, Aerospace, or Mechanical Engineering
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
• Understanding of Government Procurement processes and regulations
• Lean and Six Sigma Training and/or Certification desired
• Experience leading and supporting prime proposal efforts and business development with funding customer offices
• Expert Excel ability including pivot tables, macros, and VBA

Travel, Physical, and/or Government Mandated Requirements:

• Travel up to 10%, including the possibility of overnights within the United States

The good faith base salary range for this role is $140,000-$195,000 at the time of this posting. Where you fall within the range depends on your experience, skills, and location. This range reflects base salary only and does not include benefits or bonus/incentive. This range may be adjusted in the future.

Voyager offers a highly competitive total compensation package designed to support the well-being, growth, and success of our employees. Employees benefit from a flexible and comprehensive rewards program that supports both professional and personal well-being.

• Flexible Time Off (FTO), empowering employees to take the time they need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company and many benefits paid at 100% for employees
• Flexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide, including 24 Hour Fitness, EoS Fitness, Crunch Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Blink Fitness, Chuze Fitness, and more! No long-term contracts and FREE on-demand workout videos before you enroll
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%, supporting long-term financial security
• Company wellness programs that support physical and mental well-being
• Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources
• The opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission-driven environment

Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Parts 120–130) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730–774), applicants for this position must be a U.S. Person: a US Citizen, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3). Applicants must be eligible to obtain any required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

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