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MANTECH seeks a customer-focused and experienced professional to serve as the Space Launch Delta 30 (SLD-30) **Director and Program Site Lead** at Vandenberg Space Force Base (VSFB) in **Lompoc, CA** . This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead our Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) team supporting the U.S. Space Force's Assured Access To Space (AATS) National Security Space Launch (NSSL) program.

You will be part of a dedicated team delivering full lifecycle engineering and integration support, ensuring mission readiness and innovation across a broad set of launch operations. This position requires technical insight, leadership acumen, and a commitment to excellence in managing multi-disciplinary engineering and operational functions.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

+ Serve as the VSFB Site Lead managing SE&I team deliverables across launch and range engineering activities, including systems integration, launch support centers configuration and sustainment, and mission readiness.

+ Support the SE&I-2 Program Manager and Deputy with program budget oversight, hiring coordination, personnel management, and delivery of monthly performance reports.

+ Evaluate SLD 30 guidance governing launch and range operations for technical validity; assess operations for effectiveness and compliance; implement recommended revisions and improvements.

+ Foster collaboration with SSC, SLD 30, and SLD 45 to ensure integrated operations, shared mission success, and implementation of enterprise-level tools and technologies.

+ Provide technical evaluations for integrating new technologies within SLD 30 processes and tools; support procurement and integration of non-LTRS equipment and systems.

+ Respond to taskings from external agencies and higher-level leadership, ensuring technical accuracy, cross-unit coordination, and development of strategic technical insights.

+ Maintain awareness of West Coast business development opportunities; provide enterprise-level proposal support as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

+ Bachelor’s degree

+ 9+ years of experience in program management, acquisition, or contracting

+ 5+ years of experience in Launch/Range, DoD, Aerospace, or NSSL mission management

+ One or more of the following certifications: PMP, APDP Level III (PM), APDP Level III (Contracting), or equivalent

+ Ability to travel up to 25% for mission-related activities.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Strong knowledge of launch vehicle systems and experience working with the USSF and SSC

+ Familiarity with senior Air Force/Space Force leadership in a program office setting and collaboration with SE&I teams

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, IT tools such as JIRA, Confluence, Mattermost, and SharePoint-like platforms

+ Proven ability to address and resolve quality assurance issues

+ Experience supporting integrated program environments and managing cross-functional tools and business applications

Clearance Requirements:

+ An active TS/SCI security clearance is required.

Physical Requirements:

+ Must be able to remain in a stationary position for 50% of the time.

+ Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.

+ Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery.

ManTech International Corporation, as well as its subsidiaries proactively fulfills its role as an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with ManTech through its online applicant system, please email us at [email protected] and provide your name and contact information.