Storm Test Bench Program Manager

The role

You will drive the on-time delivery of the Storm engine test bench development program. This includes managing schedules, tracking deliverables, coordinating stakeholders, and securing a suitable test bench location.

What you will do

• Build and maintain the integrated test bench delivery plan
• Own the critical path, dependencies, and milestone readiness criteria
• Track progress and drive recovery plans for schedule threats
• Maintain program routines including weekly reviews and decision logs
• Animate weekly and monthly program and schedule reviews
• Ensure alignment between propulsion, test, facilities, procurement, quality, and site teams
• Prepare reporting for program leadership regarding status, risks, and milestones
• Act as the single point of contact to identify and secure a test bench location
• Coordinate the site selection process and stakeholder alignment
• Coordinate long-lead procurement tracking and supplier performance

Required qualifications

• Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or similar
• Significant experience delivering complex test infrastructure or propulsion tests programs
• Proven program management experience (planning, budgeting, risk, suppliers)
• Strong understanding of propulsion testing, cryogenic systems, and hazardous operations
• Experience with regulated industrial sites, permitting, or environmental compliance
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and make sound technical and operational decisions
• Strong ownership and delivery mindset
• Systems-level thinking and interface management
• Calm decision-making during high-pressure test activities
• Strong documentation and reporting discipline
• Fluent in English

Nice to have

• Experience with LOX/methane engine testing or cryogenic facilities
• Familiarity with European space programs and standards (e.g. ECSS, ESA-style reviews)
• Background in high-cadence test operations
• French or German is a plus

Benefits

• Relocation assistance is provided for those willing to relocate including visa sponsorship where applicable

Before you apply

• All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check
• Visa sponsorship where applicable

About the company

The Exploration Company is building spacecraft for humanity. Storm is their high-performance liquid rocket engine program.