Spire Program Coordinator supporting government contracts with a focus on National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) and Department of War programs. Responsible for daily reporting, client communications, meeting coordination, and deliverable tracking.
Responsibilities
Ensure 100% on-time submission of all daily, weekly, and monthly reports
Reduce administrative burden on the Program Manager by handling routine reporting and coordination tasks
Develop strong working relationships with government customer contacts
Proactively identify potential scheduling conflicts or missed deadlines before they become issues
Maintain accurate, well-organized documentation that supports smooth program operations
Become the subject matter expert on recurring reporting requirements and established processes
Growth Potential
This position offers excellent exposure to government contract operations and program management within the space technology sector. The successful candidate will gain hands-on experience with Department of War and Intelligence Community contracting, develop relationships with government stakeholders, and build foundational program management skills that can support career advancement within the organization.
About This Opportunity
This role is ideal for an organized, detail-oriented professional looking to build experience in government contracting and program support. You'll work closely with experienced program leadership and technical teams while developing valuable skills in a dynamic, mission-focused environment. The ideal candidate is someone who takes pride in getting the details right, thrives on creating order from complexity, and wants to contribute to programs supporting national security objectives.
Spire operates a hybrid work model, and this position will require you to work a minimum of three days per week in the office.
Access to US export-controlled software and/or technology may be required for this role. If needed, Spire will arrange the necessary licenses—this is not something candidates need to have before applying. #LI-DC1
Qualification
Proficiency in Microsoft Office SuiteActive Secret or Top Secret clearanceExperience with data compilationBackground in aerospaceTime Commitment & Workload
Required
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Communications, or related field, OR a degree in a Space-related field, OR equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
1-3 years of experience in an administrative, coordination, or junior project support role (government contracting experience preferred but not required)
Ability to obtain and maintain Secret clearance (or active Secret clearance)
Strong organizational skills with demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and competing deadlines
Excellent written communication skills and attention to detail
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
Comfortable learning new software systems and databases
Self-starter who can work independently once trained on established processes
Professional demeanor and ability to interact appropriately with government clients
Preferred
Active Secret or Top Secret clearance
Prior experience supporting Department of War or Intelligence Community contracts
Familiarity with project management principles and tools
Experience with data compilation, formatting, and quality control processes
Background in aerospace, defense, or technology sectors
Experience with government reporting systems or databases
Understanding of basic financial/invoicing processes
