Jr. Project Manager (5488) (Boulder, CO) (Secret)

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Junior project manager coordinates defense/aerospace programs, handling cost reporting, contracts, and team oversight for space-based sensor data processing systems.

Are you interested in the next generation of Space Force Remote Sensing capabilities? The SMX Space and Intelligence (S&I) Business Unit (BU) is on the ground floor across the future remote sensing ecosystem for all orbital regimes (LEO, MEO, HEO, and GEO). We build, integrate, and operationally support our customers’ emerging space-ground systems to include real-time data processing frameworks, sensor data processing, and data visualization. We are teamed with the most passionate companies in industry, dedicated to bringing best-of-breed capabilities to address our customers’ most pressing needs.

We are looking for a Jr. Project Manager who is excited to apply their talents to our customers’ challenging projects and one who will thrive in a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate is a recognized professional with hands-on expertise and an excellent understanding of project management and associated concepts. You will help manage multiple teams working within fast-paced environments delivering infrastructure and end-to-end software processing of Overhead Persistent InfraRed (OPIR) sensor data for Missile Warning, Missile Defense, Battlespace Awareness, and Technical Intelligence.

Position is on-site in Boulder, CO 5 days per week.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Program Leadership

Serve as secondary point of contact to the customer

Program Management Support

Cost Report Development and Analysis
Contract Management including assisting with setup in financial management software, Mod reviews, Funding Runout tracking, EAC/VAC analysis
CDRL generation
Supporting Status and Customer Meetings
ROM and Proposal Support
Dependencies and Risk Support
Monthly Status Reports
Schedule Development

Program Startup Support

Support early phases of starting a program to establish appropriate infrastructure for the team and ensure contract compliance

People Leadership

Serve as people manager to SMX Space & Intelligence Business Unit employees on the programs supported

Required Skills & Experience

This position requires an active Interim DoD Secret Clearance. Clearance required: Active DoD Secret. Due to the clearance requirement, U.S. Citizenship is required. Candidate must also participate in a background screen.
BS or advanced degree in Business Administration or another relevant field
3+ years of experience in project engineering, program management, or finance roles (an advanced degree (eg: Masters, PhD) provides two years of experience)
Experience managing software development focused programs in the defense and aerospace fields, especially as a subcontractor
Excellent understanding of the full software development lifecycle on government programs
Experience with general Program Management tools such as MS Project and MS Office Suite
Experience with personnel management of 10 or more individuals
Excellent organization skills with exceptional attention to detail Strong verbal and written communication skills

Desired Skills & Experience

Domain experience with remote sensor systems or ground architectures, especially experience with OPIR sensor processing
Experience with CostPoint, FocusPoint, Salesforce, Greenhouse

Application Deadline: September 14, 2026

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The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.

The proposed salary for this position is:

$115,000—$135,000 USD

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