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Reliability Program Manager Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

Director, SRE

Denver, CO

$58.75 - $78/hr

Directors will manage multiple teams and collaborate with Product Development, Architecture, Cloud ... to lead reliability programs across multiple SaaS products. • Experience architecting ...

Director, Site Reliability Engineering

Denver, CO · On-site

$58.75 - $78/hr

Directors will manage multiple teams and collaborate with Product Development, Architecture, Cloud ... Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) * Education Assistance * Additional programs ...

Director, SRE

Denver, CO

$58.75 - $78/hr

Directors will manage multiple teams and collaborate with Product Development, Architecture, Cloud ... to lead reliability programs across multiple SaaS products. • Experience architecting ...

SOX ITGC Senior Program Manager

Denver, CO · On-site

$119.40K - $119.90K/yr

Summary: The SOX ITGC Senior Program Manager will be a key figure in planning and managing the ... reliability * Ensure controls are scalable and aligned with business growth and system changes.

Principal Tech Program Manager, Sponsored Ads

Denver, CO · On-site

$132.80K - $171.90K/yr

... reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems - Experience managing programs across cross functional teams, building processes and coordinating release schedules - Experience owning/driving ...

... and reliability. Guided by our vision to help researchers rapidly move from the lab to life ... The Health & Safety Program Manager is responsible for managing system safety programs and chemical ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Reliability Program Manager, and why are they important?

A Reliability Program Manager typically needs a solid background in engineering, reliability analysis, and project management, often supported by a relevant degree and certifications like Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE). Familiarity with reliability modeling software, root cause analysis tools, and asset management systems is common in the role. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills are crucial for effectively coordinating teams and driving reliability initiatives. These skills are essential to ensure equipment uptime, reduce operational risks, and optimize organizational performance.

How does a Reliability Program Manager typically collaborate with engineering and operations teams to drive improvements?

A Reliability Program Manager works closely with both engineering and operations teams to identify areas where equipment or process reliability can be enhanced. This involves facilitating cross-functional meetings, analyzing failure data, and aligning improvement initiatives with production goals. The manager often acts as a bridge, translating technical findings into actionable plans that operations can implement. Effective communication and the ability to prioritize projects based on impact and resource availability are key to successful collaboration.

What is a Reliability Program Manager?

A Reliability Program Manager is a professional responsible for developing, implementing, and managing programs that ensure the dependability and optimal performance of systems, equipment, or processes within an organization. They analyze data, identify potential risks, and create strategies to minimize downtime and improve reliability. Their role often involves cross-functional collaboration, continuous improvement initiatives, and adherence to industry standards and best practices. Reliability Program Managers are commonly found in sectors like manufacturing, energy, aerospace, and technology.

What is the difference between Reliability Program Manager vs Maintenance Engineer?

AspectReliability Program ManagerMaintenance Engineer
Primary FocusDeveloping and implementing reliability strategies to improve equipment uptimePerforming maintenance tasks to repair and maintain equipment
CertificationsReliability certifications (e.g., RCM, RCPE) often preferredMechanical or electrical engineering degrees, maintenance certifications
Work EnvironmentOffice-based planning, cross-department collaborationFieldwork, plant or facility maintenance
Industry UsageCommon in manufacturing, energy, and industrial sectorsCommon in manufacturing, facilities management, and industrial plants

The Reliability Program Manager focuses on strategic reliability initiatives to prevent failures, while Maintenance Engineers handle hands-on repair and maintenance tasks. Both roles are essential for operational efficiency but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Technical Program Manager, Space Systems

Maxar

Westminster, CO • Hybrid

$130.20K - $168.50K/yr

Full-time

Retirement

Posted 10 days ago


Job description

Vantor is forging the new frontier of spatial intelligence, helping decision makers and operators navigate what's happening now and shape what's coming next. Vantor is a place for problem solvers, changemakers, and go-getters-where people are working together to help our customers see the world differently, and in doing so, be seen differently. Come be part of a mission, not just a job, where you can: Shape your own future, build the next big thing, and change the world.

To be eligible for this position, you must be a U.S. Person, defined as a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, Asylee, or Refugee.

Export Control/ITAR: Certain roles may be subject to U.S. export control laws, requiring U.S. person status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Please review the job details below.

We are seeking a Technical Program Manager (TPM), Space Systems, to lead execution of critical internal programs across ourSpace Systemsportfolio. This role sits at the intersection of flight software, avionics, and mission operations, ensuring technical efforts are integrated, de-risked, and aligned to mission readiness.This position will be located in the Westminster, CO office and has the ability to work from home two days a week and on-site three days per week.

The TPM will drive coordination acrossSpaceSystems,Engineering,andOperationsteams to deliver robust, flight-ready capabilities-from software development through launch, early orbit operations (LEOP), commissioning, andacross the vehicle mission life.This is a highly cross-functional role requiring strong technical depth, program execution discipline, and the ability tonavigateacross hardware, software, and mission operations domainsin a performance-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

  • Own end-to-end execution of internal technical programs spanning flight software, avionics, and mission operations readiness

  • Drive program planning, scheduling, and tracking, ensuring delivery against technical,resource,cost, and schedule commitments

  • Coordinate across systems engineering, hardware, and software teams to ensure alignment on scope, interfaces, dependencies, and deliverables

  • Partner with TPMs and systems engineers tomaintaincohesion and visibility across multiple concurrent programs

  • Lead internal flight software initiatives, including optimization, performance tuning, resiliency improvements, and system hardening

  • Oversee development of edge compute capabilities and manage vendor execution for onboard processing systems

  • Ensure alignment between avionics architecture and flight software to support mission and performance objectives

  • Drive planning and execution readiness for LEOP and commissioning, including timelines, dependencies, and operational constraints

  • Partner with operational readiness teams to develop andvalidateground system readiness for new constellations (procedures, tooling, and workflows)

  • Ensure cross-team alignment on concepts of operations (CONOPS) and contingency response strategies

  • Lead risk identification and mitigation across programs, with a focus on de-risking on-orbit operations

  • Drive development andutilizationofflatsatand hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) environments for integration and validation

  • Partner with systems engineering to define, track, and execute verification and validation strategies to ensure system reliability prior to launch

Minimum Qualifications:

  • U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI security clearance

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering,physics, or related technical field

  • 5-10+ years of experience in technical program management, systems engineering, or related roles in aerospace or complex systems.

  • Experience working with flight software, avionics systems,andspacecraft development

  • Strong understanding of system integration, interface control, and cross-disciplinary engineering coordination

  • Demonstrated ownership ofcomplex, multi-team technical programs from development through operations

  • ExperiencewithFlatsat, HIL testing, or similar integrationand testenvironments

  • Strong communicationskills with the ability tooperateacross technical and programmatic stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience supporting spacecraft through launch, LEOP, and commissioning

  • Background in mission operations or mission control systems

  • Experience with onboard computing or edge processing architectures

  • Active TS/SCI clearance

Why Join Us

You'lljoin a team responsible for defining themission, satellite, and payload architecturebehind next-generation space constellations. This role offers direct exposure to complex, integrated systems including spacecraft platforms, optical payloads, laser communications, and advanced onboard processing.

We work closely withtop-tier industry partners,providingthe opportunity to influence and oversee high-impact programs across the full system.

Our team is composed ofhighly experienced engineers and leaderswho understand how to deliver. Weoperatewith a deliberate balance oflean execution and disciplined engineering, enabling us to move quickly whilemaintainingthe rigor required for mission success.

Just as important,we'vebuilt a culture ofstrong collaboration, shared ownership, and camaraderie-with a clear sense of purpose behind the systems we deliver.

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Pay Transparency: In support of pay transparency at Vantor, 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: $107,000.00 - $179,000.00 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.

Benefits: Vantor offers a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond the standard, including a robust 401(k) with company match, mental health resources, and unique perks like student loan repayment assistance, adoption reimbursement and pet insurance to support all aspects of your life. You can find more information on our benefits at:https://www.Vantor.com/careers

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 Vantor's Career page at the top of each job posting.

To apply, submit your application via Vantor's Career page.

EEO Policy: Vantor is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We believe in fostering an environment where all team members feel respected, valued, and encouraged to share their ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.