User Terminal Program Manager - Third-Party Programs

Main Responsibilities

• Manage third-party type approval UT programs including aviation and government integrators and report on their progress 
• Responsible for the planning and execution of multiple vendor programs by managing the scope (contract, statement-of-work, work-breakdown-structure, monthly executive reporting) requirements, schedule, milestones, risks, opportunities and budget 
• Ensure external vendor development is tracked correctly, reported and risks and challenges identified
• Work closely with the product, program, engineering and commercial teams to understand the UT requirements and ensure vendors delivery of compliant solutions, on time and on budget 
• Work with Telesat engineering, legal and contracts teams to support preparation of partnership, development and supply agreements with selected vendors including system integration services and support
• Develop required documentation for proper management and execution of UT programs in collaboration with technical experts in the engineering team, including dashboards

Education & Experience Required

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or relevant discipline with an emphasis in communication systems or satellite terminals
• Minimum 6 years experience in program management in a STEM field with a minimum of 3 years in the satcom sector
• Type approval experience is mandatory
• Master's degree or MBA is a plus
• Significant experience managing multiple concurrent and interdependent projects 
• Strong working knowledge of project management tools including Microsoft Project or similar scheduling tools (ie. Primavera Cloud, Primavera P6, as well as Jira) 
• General knowledge of modem, RF, electronics and antenna technologies; previous experience with government terminal integrators a plus
• Experience in dealing with business considerations and practical limitations related to system design and implementation 
• Experience working with external vendors including outside design and manufacturing facilities 
• Ability to prioritize opportunities, needs and resources 
• PMP Certification is a plus
• Fluent in English, written and oral 

Decision Making & Supervision

• Makes decisions about task priorities as required in the course of leading external vendor’s designs
• Self-motivation and the drive to take on varied tasks through to conclusion
• The ability to work well with a diverse team spread around the world
• Ability to describe technical solutions in an easily readable, concise and accurate way
• Will need to execute in areas of ambiguity and make reasonable decisions

Supervision Exercised

• There is no direct reporting staff but this role is expected to lead multi-disciplinary project teams and/or provide technical assistance or guidance to other engineers or specialists;
• Supervision of suppliers/contractor during supplier facing activities. 

Working Conditions

• This position will be based out of the Bethesda, MD office
• Full-time office or hybrid 60/40 office/remote, subject to work needs
• Working conditions are generally comfortable typical of an office environment.
• Occasional travel, including international travel is anticipated