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Intuitive Machines is seeking a Sr. Program Manager, Flight Software Portfolio Management, to join our Flight Software leadership team in Palo Alto, or Houston, TX. This position can also be performed remotely within the US.
Position Summary:
This is a new role within the Flight Software Organization reporting to the Sr. Director of FSW and GNC. The Flight Software Program Manager will drive financial and operational excellence across the FSW portfolio by creating consistent standards for cost tracking, work breakdown structures, and cost estimation. These standards will improve our competitiveness in proposals, enable predictable program execution, and support smart decisions about resource investments and capacity planning.
As a strategic advisor to FSW leadership, this role provides financial analysis, cost and schedule performance tracking, and actionable insights that optimize the portfolio and guide decisions on resource strategy and organizational growth.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Management & Cost Accounting
- Drive consistent cost-estimation tools, techniques, and practices across all existing FSW/GNC projects and proposal efforts.
- Monitor and analyze project cost performance, identifying variances and trends to drive actionable insights to the FSW leaders to maintain cost baselines.
- Coordinate with Finance to drive proper cost allocation, tracking, and reporting across the FSW portfolio.
- Interface with proposal activities to estimate and justify FSW/GNC BOEs.
Strategic Planning & Organizational Capability Development
- Create dashboards, reports, and metrics that provide visibility into FSW organizations’ health.
- Collaborate with the FSW Leaders and FSW Chief Engineering team to align technical capability growth for current and future business needs, enabling proactive workforce planning and skills investment decisions.
- Facilitate regular and timely meetings with FSW leaders to review resource needs and project status, identify improvement opportunities, and implement process enhancements that drive efficiency.
Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) Standardization
- Collaborate with Business Development and Proposal Team to establish and maintain standardized WBS templates and frameworks for new business proposals.
- Create WBS dictionaries and guidelines to ensure uniform application across the organization
- Ensure consistency in cost estimation approaches across all FSW bids and proposals
Stakeholder Collaboration & Communication
- Serve as the central coordination POC between FSW Leaders and other SW Teams (Ground Software, Integration and Test etc.), finance, and program stakeholders.
- Drive communication with the stakeholders to ensure that the dependencies to and from FSW are understood and met timely.
Technical Skills –
Financial & Cost Management
- Cost Accounting: Strong understanding of project cost accounting principles, indirect/direct cost allocation, and overhead structures
- Budgeting & Forecasting: Experience developing budgets, forecasts, and Estimate at Completion (EAC) analysis
- Work Breakdown Structure (WBS): Expert knowledge of WBS creation, standardization, and management
- Financial Analysis: Ability to analyze financial data, identify trends, and develop actionable insights
Program & Project Management
- Scheduling & Planning: Proficiency with integrated master schedules, critical path analysis, risk management and milestone tracking
- Resource Management: Experience with resource loading, capacity planning, and skills matrix development
- Agile & Traditional PM: Understanding of both Agile/Scrum and Waterfall methodologies
- Performance Metrics: Experience defining and tracking KPIs, dashboards, and program health indicators
Technical Tools & Software
- MS Project, SAP, Jira, Confluence, SharePoint, Advanced Excel, Power BI, Tableau, or similar analytics tools
- Estimation Tools: Familiarity with parametric estimating tools and cost databases, particularly SEER-SEM.
Flight Software & Aerospace Domain
- FSW Development Lifecycle: Understanding of flight software development processes, phases, and deliverables
- Aerospace Standards: Familiarity with industry standards (DO-178C, NASA NPR 7150, CMMI) as applicable
- Systems Engineering: Basic knowledge of systems engineering principles and V&V processes
Communication & Leadership
- Executive Communication: Ability to present complex financial and performance information to senior leadership
- Cross-functional Collaboration: Proven ability to work effectively across engineering, finance, and business teams
Minimum Requirements:
- Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business/Finance.
- Minimum 8 years of experience in engineering, engineering operations, program management, project controls, cost management, or related technical disciplines.
Preferred Qualifications
- 3 years of experience in FSW and Aerospace
- Project Management Professional ( PMP)
- Agile/Scrum Certifications
- Experience with CMMI-3
In support of pay transparency at Lanteris Space Systems, we disclose salary ranges on all U.S. job postings. The successful candidate’s starting pay will fall within the salary range provided below and is determined based on job-related factors, including, but not limited to, the experience, qualifications, knowledge, skills, geographic work location, and market conditions. Candidates with the minimum necessary experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skillsets for the position should not expect to receive the upper end of the pay range.
- The base pay for this position within Colorado is: $134,000.00 - $223,000.00 annually.
- The base pay for this position within New Jersey is: $134,000.00 - $223,000.00 annually.
- The base pay for this position within Delaware is: $134,000.00 - $223,000.00 annually.
- The base pay for this position within the Washington, DC metropolitan area is: $147,000.00 - $245,000.00 annually.
- The base pay for this position within California is: $154,000.00 - $256,000.00 annually.
For all other states, we use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop market-driven ranges for our roles, and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, health and welfare insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees. More information on our benefits will be shared with candidates as they move forward in the recruitment process.
Additionally, this position is incentive eligible with a target based on contribution, company performance, and/or individual results achieved; the specific incentive plan and target amount will be determined based on the role and breadth of contributions.The application window is three days from the date the job is posted and will remain posted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. If the job is reposted regardless of reason, it will remain posted three days from the date the job is reposted and will remain reposted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire.
The date of posting can be found on the Lanteris Space Systems Career page at the top of each job posting.
To apply, submit your application via the Lanteris Space Systems Career page.
Lanteris Space Systems values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Please review the job details below.
Intuitive Machines is seeking a Sr. Program Manager, Flight Software Portfolio Management, to join our Flight Software leadership team in Palo Alto, or Houston, TX. This position can also be performed remotely within the US.
Position Summary:
This is a new role within the Flight Software Organization reporting to the Sr. Director of FSW and GNC. The Flight Software Program Manager will drive financial and operational excellence across the FSW portfolio by creating consistent standards for cost tracking, work breakdown structures, and cost estimation. These standards will improve our competitiveness in proposals, enable predictable program execution, and support smart decisions about resource investments and capacity planning.
As a strategic advisor to FSW leadership, this role provides financial analysis, cost and schedule performance tracking, and actionable insights that optimize the portfolio and guide decisions on resource strategy and organizational growth.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Management & Cost Accounting
- Drive consistent cost-estimation tools, techniques, and practices across all existing FSW/GNC projects and proposal efforts.
- Monitor and analyze project cost performance, identifying variances and trends to drive actionable insights to the FSW leaders to maintain cost baselines.
- Coordinate with Finance to drive proper cost allocation, tracking, and reporting across the FSW portfolio.
- Interface with proposal activities to estimate and justify FSW/GNC BOEs.
Strategic Planning & Organizational Capability Development
- Create dashboards, reports, and metrics that provide visibility into FSW organizations’ health.
- Collaborate with the FSW Leaders and FSW Chief Engineering team to align technical capability growth for current and future business needs, enabling proactive workforce planning and skills investment decisions.
- Facilitate regular and timely meetings with FSW leaders to review resource needs and project status, identify improvement opportunities, and implement process enhancements that drive efficiency.
Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) Standardization
- Collaborate with Business Development and Proposal Team to establish and maintain standardized WBS templates and frameworks for new business proposals.
- Create WBS dictionaries and guidelines to ensure uniform application across the organization
- Ensure consistency in cost estimation approaches across all FSW bids and proposals
Stakeholder Collaboration & Communication
- Serve as the central coordination POC between FSW Leaders and other SW Teams (Ground Software, Integration and Test etc.), finance, and program stakeholders.
- Drive communication with the stakeholders to ensure that the dependencies to and from FSW are understood and met timely.
Technical Skills –
Financial & Cost Management
- Cost Accounting: Strong understanding of project cost accounting principles, indirect/direct cost allocation, and overhead structures
- Budgeting & Forecasting: Experience developing budgets, forecasts, and Estimate at Completion (EAC) analysis
- Work Breakdown Structure (WBS): Expert knowledge of WBS creation, standardization, and management
- Financial Analysis: Ability to analyze financial data, identify trends, and develop actionable insights
Program & Project Management
- Scheduling & Planning: Proficiency with integrated master schedules, critical path analysis, risk management and milestone tracking
- Resource Management: Experience with resource loading, capacity planning, and skills matrix development
- Agile & Traditional PM: Understanding of both Agile/Scrum and Waterfall methodologies
- Performance Metrics: Experience defining and tracking KPIs, dashboards, and program health indicators
Technical Tools & Software
- MS Project, SAP, Jira, Confluence, SharePoint, Advanced Excel, Power BI, Tableau, or similar analytics tools
- Estimation Tools: Familiarity with parametric estimating tools and cost databases, particularly SEER-SEM.
Flight Software & Aerospace Domain
- FSW Development Lifecycle: Understanding of flight software development processes, phases, and deliverables
- Aerospace Standards: Familiarity with industry standards (DO-178C, NASA NPR 7150, CMMI) as applicable
- Systems Engineering: Basic knowledge of systems engineering principles and V&V processes
Communication & Leadership
- Executive Communication: Ability to present complex financial and performance information to senior leadership
- Cross-functional Collaboration: Proven ability to work effectively across engineering, finance, and business teams
Minimum Requirements:
- Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business/Finance.
- Minimum 8 years of experience in engineering, engineering operations, program management, project controls, cost management, or related technical disciplines.
Preferred Qualifications
- 3 years of experience in FSW and Aerospace
- Project Management Professional ( PMP)
- Agile/Scrum Certifications
- Experience with CMMI-3
In support of pay transparency at Lanteris Space Systems, we disclose salary ranges on all U.S. job postings. The successful candidate’s starting pay will fall within the salary range provided below and is determined based on job-related factors, including, but not limited to, the experience, qualifications, knowledge, skills, geographic work location, and market conditions. Candidates with the minimum necessary experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skillsets for the position should not expect to receive the upper end of the pay range.
- The base pay for this position within Colorado is: $134,000.00 - $223,000.00 annually.
- The base pay for this position within New Jersey is: $134,000.00 - $223,000.00 annually.
- The base pay for this position within Delaware is: $134,000.00 - $223,000.00 annually.
- The base pay for this position within the Washington, DC metropolitan area is: $147,000.00 - $245,000.00 annually.
- The base pay for this position within California is: $154,000.00 - $256,000.00 annually.
For all other states, we use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop market-driven ranges for our roles, and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, health and welfare insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees. More information on our benefits will be shared with candidates as they move forward in the recruitment process.
Additionally, this position is incentive eligible with a target based on contribution, company performance, and/or individual results achieved; the specific incentive plan and target amount will be determined based on the role and breadth of contributions.The application window is three days from the date the job is posted and will remain posted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. If the job is reposted regardless of reason, it will remain posted three days from the date the job is reposted and will remain reposted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire.
The date of posting can be found on the Lanteris Space Systems Career page at the top of each job posting.
To apply, submit your application via the Lanteris Space Systems Career page.
Lanteris Space Systems values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Who's Hiring
- Arcfield3
- Lanteris Space Systems Intuitive Machines Company1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote flight test engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in aerospace, mechanical, or electrical engineering
- Experience writing and executing flight test plans, test cards, or test procedures
- Proficiency with data acquisition and real-time telemetry systems
- Active DoD security clearance or eligibility for a secret or top secret clearance
- Familiarity with MIL-STD, FAA certification, or DO-178 compliance requirements
- Experience operating or evaluating avionics, navigation, or fly-by-wire systems
Tips for Your Remote Flight Test Engineer Job Search
Show async communication skills upfront
Remote flight test teams depend on written handoffs, shared test reports, and asynchronous status updates. Include examples of technical documentation, test summaries, or data review write-ups you've produced independently, so hiring managers can see you'll function well without daily in-person check-ins.
Highlight remote-compatible instrumentation experience
Remote employers prioritize engineers who can interpret telemetry and instrumentation data without being physically present on the flight line. Call out your proficiency with tools like LabVIEW, iNET, IADS, or similar data acquisition and analysis platforms directly in your application materials.
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote flight test engineer openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly. Applying in the first few days of a posting going live gives you a real advantage before the candidate pool grows.
Prepare for distributed team interview formats
Remote flight test interviews often include a technical screen over video followed by an async assignment, such as reviewing a test card or analyzing a sample dataset. Practice talking through your data interpretation process clearly on camera, since remote teams are evaluating your communication as much as your engineering judgment.
Filter specifically for remote-designated postings
Many flight test engineer roles listed as flexible still require regular on-site presence at a test facility. Search using remote or fully distributed as a filter, and confirm location expectations in the job description before investing time in a full application.
Remote Flight Test Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote flight test engineer job?
Target remote-first aerospace companies and defense contractors with distributed engineering teams, since they've built workflows that accommodate flight test engineers working off-site. Remote employers screen heavily for self-direction, precise async written communication, and the ability to coordinate test plans across time zones without daily oversight. A strong background in instrumentation, data acquisition systems, or test management software gives you a concrete edge over candidates whose experience is purely hands-on ramp work.
Which companies hire remote flight test engineers?
Companies hiring remote flight test engineers right now include Arcfield and Lanteris Space Systems Intuitive Machines Company, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Most are remote-first aerospace firms, defense technology companies, and UAV or advanced air mobility developers whose engineering teams are distributed across multiple sites.
Can you get a remote flight test engineer job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry roles are harder to land because employers expect you to operate independently from day one without in-person mentoring. Your best openings are at UAV startups and simulation-focused firms that hire junior engineers for data analysis, test planning support, or instrumentation work. A capstone project, open-source flight data contribution, or a focused portfolio showing test methodology thinking can substitute for direct flight test experience on a remote application.
Do you need a degree for remote flight test engineer jobs?
Usually, but the field places real weight on demonstrated skills alongside credentials. Most remote postings request an aerospace, mechanical, or electrical engineering degree, yet some firms, particularly UAV and advanced air mobility companies, will consider candidates who show strong instrumentation knowledge, test data analysis ability, and a portfolio of relevant project work. Certifications in flight test methodology or data systems can reinforce an application where a traditional four-year degree is absent.
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