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Program Coordinator - Federal Programs

Spire · Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site

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About Spire

Spire Global delivers space-based intelligence for government, weather and climate, and aviation - helping organisations make faster, more confident decisions. Backed by Bessemer.

About the role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Program Coordinator to provide critical administrative and operational support for our growing portfolio of government contracts, with primary focus on National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) programs and Department of War initiatives.

What they're looking for

  • 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
More about this role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Program Coordinator to provide critical administrative and operational support for our growing portfolio of government contracts, with primary focus on National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) programs and Department of War initiatives. This role will work directly with our Program Manager to handle day-to-day reporting requirements, client communications, meeting coordination, and deliverable tracking, enabling the program leadership to focus on strategic initiatives and technical program execution.

  • Prepare and submit daily collection reports to NRO via AVALON system by 11:00 AM ET (Monday-Friday)
  • Compile weekly collection/delivery metrics for NRO (due Tuesdays by noon ET), including data formatting, quality control, and record-keeping for invoicing purposes
  • Assist with monthly metrics compilation and revenue recognition documentation
  • Maintain organized files and tracking systems to support reporting accuracy and audit requirements
  • Coordinate logistics for biweekly meetings with NRO stakeholders, including scheduling, agenda preparation, and materials distribution
  • Attend and document weekly internal Spire team meetings, tracking action...

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