Project Manager - Space Hardware

Webster, TX

Part-Time Contract Position

This role is a 2 year contract with pay not to exceed 29 hours a week.

As a project manager, you will lead end-to-end development of high-reliability space hardware systems, from concept to on-orbit delivery, ensuring technical excellence and mission alignment.

Responsibilities:

• Lead complex, multi-disciplinary space hardware projects involving mechanical, electrical, software, and systems engineering disciplines

• Develop and execute tailored hardware development plans aligned with lifecycle processes and mission requirements

• Coordinate project schedules, milestones, budgets, and deliverables across internal teams, customers, and suppliers

• Oversee technical execution, setting direction for engineering teams and leading major design lifecycle reviews

• Provide accurate cost estimation, budget tracking, and financial reporting to leadership and stakeholders

• Ensure hardware designs meet space application constraints: size, weight, power, and cost (SWaP-C)

• Manage procurement, manufacturing, integration, and test activities to meet project quality and timeline goals

• Communicate project status, risks, and technical decisions with clarity and transparency to internal and external stakeholders

• Identify and mitigate technical, programmatic, and operational risks, tracking resolution to closure

• Present designs and technical rationale to design review boards and safety boards

• Foster a collaborative team environment through mentorship and technical leadership

• Champion continuous improvement by incorporating lessons learned into future program execution

• Ensure overall program execution, customer satisfaction, and delivery performance

• Support other duties aligned with successful project delivery

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, or Systems) from a U.S.-accredited institution

• 5+ years of experience managing engineering projects involving complex systems

• Proven track record of delivering cross-functional projects on schedule and within budget

• U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (Green Card)

• Must pass a U.S. government background check

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Engineering or MBA from a U.S.-accredited institution

• Experience managing hardware development for space, high-vibration, or thermal-extreme environments

• Familiarity with NASA, MIL-STD, or other spaceflight industry standards

• Experience with space payload development for ISS, lunar missions, or commercial space stations

Moseley Technical Services, Inc. is an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled Employer.

Still have questions? Reach out toKatrina Nelson - (Email) katrina.nelsonmoseleytechnical.comWhat to Expect

• Applicants selected for employment will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening and background investigation which may include education, criminal and work history verifications.
• Final postion level and pay will be based on experience.
• Minimal travel required; occasional evening or weekend work may be necessary to meet project deadlines.
• This is a two year contract with pay not to exceed 29 hours a week.

Resources

• To apply, send resume to: resumesmoseleytechnical.com
• For more active job openings: https://careers.moseleytechnical.com/jobs
• For more information about Moseley visit: http://www.moseleytechnical.com/about-us/

Moseley Technical Services, Inc. (Moseley) was incorporated in 1994 to provide engineering and professional services to the aerospace/defense, manufacturing, government, and commercial industries. Our Mission is to deliver superior service to our customers and employees. We have been successful in our vision by building long-term relationships with customers and employees through integrity, transparency, and appreciation.

We stand by our 30 year-old commitment of “World Class Service. World Class Company.”

Moseley Technical Services, Inc. (Moseley) was incorporated in 1994 to provide engineering and professional services to the aerospace/defense, manufacturing, government, and commercial industries. Our Mission is to deliver superior service to our customers and employees. We have been successful in our vision by building long-term relationships with customers and employees through integrity, transparency, and appreciation.

We stand by our 30 year-old commitment to be a “World Class Service. World Class Company.”