Director, Program Management Office

Capella Space stands at the forefront of synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite technology and signal intelligence. We provide customers in governments, academia, and commercial sectors with reliable information that enables unparalleled understanding of the world. Our mission is centered on delivering timely and reliable Earth imagery, supporting diverse applications in defense & intelligence, disaster response, energy, environmental monitoring and more. Utilizing cutting-edge technology, Capella Space designs, manufactures and operates an advanced constellation of SAR imaging satellites. Our market-leading SAR satellites are complemented by an unmatched data infrastructure and automated ordering and delivery platform for fast, reliable insights where and when customers need it most. 

Recognized for our technological prowess, Capella Space was honored as one of the 10 most innovative companies in Space in 2023 by FASTCOMPANY. Capella Space is an internationally trusted Earth Observation data provider, working closely with the U.S. Space Systems Command, U.S. Space Force, NASA, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, U.S. National Reconnaissance Office, the Canadian Government and more to make unclassified, high-resolution SAR data more accessible.  

What Makes Capella Unique? 

Capella Space is a highly collaborative team environment, providing an opportunity to work with some of the brightest minds in the space industry, though no prior space experience is needed.  We’re looking for people excited about tackling seemingly impossible challenges, learning new skills and concepts, and helping each other achieve success. Our mission and our products are meant to understand the whole world and help everyone in it - regardless of race, creed, or any other distinction. We encourage you to bring your unique perspective to help make us stronger, including applications from those who are traditionally underrepresented in tech. 

About the Role and Team 

The Capella Program Management Office (PMO) provides project, program and portfolio management, training, tools and infrastructure, and processes and procedures to plan, and successfully execute a wide range of complex projects and program for both internal (IRAD) and external (customer funded) projects.   The Director, PMO will strategically support Capella’s portfolio of work to ensure the most efficient and effective management of projects and programs. The PMO Director is a key member of Capella’s leadership team and participates in defining operational efficiencies that enable Capella’s strategic priorities.  

As Capella embarks in more large-scale custom solutions, the PMO Director will implement, roll out, and support new processes and templates that meet our customers’ needs and enable us to scale. They will help evolve the project management strategy and processes to develop a framework of project management standards, tooling, and best practices to fit large-scale transformational projects, customer-driven custom solutions, and Internal Research and Development efforts for both Hardware and Software capabilities while leading key projects themselves. 

Role Responsibilities 

• Directly manage key programs/projects to successfully deliver on time and on budget 
• Develop, grow, and manage a team of Program/Project Managers, providing leadership and guidance to drive successful project execution. 
• Establish and maintain program/project management policies, procedures and standards in accordance with Capella strategic objectives and industry best practices. 
• Partner with all levels across the organization to ensure visibility, alignment and clarity are achieved. 
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