Program Manager - Space Solar Products
Starpath
Location
Hawthorne, CA
Employment Type
Full time
Department
Starlight Solar
Program Manager - Space Solar Products
Position Details
Location: Los Angeles (Hawthorne), CA
Employment Type: Full-time
Department: Starlight Solar
About Starpath
Starpath Robotics is developing a full stack solution for commercial scale rocket propellant production on the Moon and Mars. We are building one of the key enabling technologies that will make Humans a multi-planet species.
The Starlight team is focused on dramatically reducing the cost of space-rated solar power to support both Starpath's propellant production goals and the greater space economy.
If high ownership, fast pace, working with hardware, and solving challenging problems sounds like a dream come true, come join the team!
The Role
As Starpath scales delivery of space solar hardware to multiple customers, we are formalizing our program execution and delivery discipline. We are seeking a Program Manager to support planning, coordination, and execution of space hardware programs across engineering, manufacturing, and customer interfaces.
This is a build-first, lead-by-doing role—high autonomy, high accountability, minimal bureaucracy.
Responsibilities
Support planning and execution of space hardware programs
Track schedules, milestones, risks, and deliverables
Support the cross-functional link between Product and Customer teams
Own internal program management processes
Cultivate and maintain our culture of quality and continuous improvement
Required Qualifications
B.S. in Engineering, Operations, or related field
5+ years experience in program or project management
Experience working with hardware development teams
Strong organizational and communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
Direct experience with space solar arrays, deployables, power systems packaging, or similar hardware
Aerospace or space hardware experience
Startup or early-stage program experience
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Familiarity with manufacturing and qualification workflows
Compensation & Benefits
Location: Los Angeles (Hawthorne), CA
Salary base rate is $80-$140k/yr, plus equity package; compensation scales with candidate experience. Option for performance based incentives.
PTO & health/dental/vision coverage included
EAR REQUIREMENTS:
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Equal Opportunity
Starpath is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.