Scout Space is building a new way to see and operate in space: with a new paradigm of data empowering every satellite to make space safer. We are a rapidly-growing team; we are deploying real solutions to orbit over the next 2 years; and our work will transform the face of spaceflight. We are looking for people that bring excitement and energy to our organization, are curious and eager to learn, and want to help drive our programs forward.

Scout Space is seeking a mission-driven Technical Program Manager (TPM) with deep expertise in space systems development, payload integration, and execution of government-funded aerospace programs. The TPM is responsible for driving the successful execution of complex payload programs, working closely with engineering, product, operations, and government stakeholders to ensure delivery that is timely, compliant, and impactful.

Requirements

and roadmaps, monitoring and communicating progress, and measuring program performance. In addition, the TPM will support the Chief Product Officer and Director of Programs in establishing standardized processes and best practices across the program portfolio, while helping to scale and mentor the growing program management office.

Manage program scope, schedule, milestones, budget, and deliverables, including ownership of integrated master schedules (IMS) and resource planning across multi-disciplinary teams Develop and oversee production plans, procurement strategy, and inventory management to support time-phased build schedules and multiple concurrent payload deliveries Support the Lead Systems Engineer/Architect with development of constellation concepts of operations (CONOPS), system

, and architecture trades to ensure alignment between mission objectives and technical implementation Track program performance using defined cost, schedule, and technical metrics, and communicate status, risks, and progress to senior leadership and customers through regular program reviews Proactively identify and manage risks, opportunities, mitigations, and change requests, ensuring timely resolution and minimal impact to program execution Support proposal development, contract execution, and customer briefings, including development of schedules, staffing plans, and technical/programmatic inputs

Responsibilities

: Lead the end-to-end planning, execution, and delivery of products for commercial and government customers from contract award through design, integration, test, launch, and on-orbit operations Serve as the primary point of contact with internal teams and external shareholders, ensuring clear communication, alignment to program objectives, and adherence to scope, schedule, and contractual

Qualifications

: Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field 5–8+ years of experience in technical program management, systems engineering, or related roles within aerospace, defense, or space systems Experience leading or supporting execution of space hardware programs (payloads, spacecraft, or subsystems) through development, integration, test, and operations Strong understanding of multi-disciplinary system development, including mechanical, electrical, optical, software, and/or GNC domains Experience managing complex schedules, budgets, and cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment Experience with