Mission Manager

YOUR MISSION

Seeking an experienced Mission Manager to lead and coordinate the planning integration and execution of aerospace vehicle launches for defense and commercial space missions. The Mission Manager will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the launch lifecycle ensuring safe efficient and successful execution of space launch missions. This role requires strong technical knowledge of launch systems leadership in multi-disciplinary teams and the ability to interface with government and commercial stakeholders.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Mission Planning & Coordination:
• Lead the planning and management of launch operations from mission concept through final execution.
• Define launch objectives and timelines in collaboration with program management engineering and mission partners.
• Develop detailed launch schedules identifying critical milestones and key dependencies to ensure mission readiness.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for launch operations coordinating with internal teams government agencies and commercial partners.
• Interface with subcontractors and mission partners to manage requirements schedules and technical deliverables.
• Launch Vehicle Integration:
• Oversee the integration of payloads with the launch vehicle ensuring compatibility and compliance with mission requirements.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to resolve integration issues and ensure that both payload and vehicle systems meet performance and safety standards.
• Work closely with vehicle providers (e.g. ULA SpaceX Northrop Grumman) to manage launch site operations technical reviews and flight readiness certification.
• Identify analyze and manage technical operational and programmatic risks associated with the launch process.
• Develop and implement contingency plans and risk mitigation strategies to minimize potential impacts to the launch schedule and mission success.
• Conduct root cause analyses of any issues arising during the launch campaign and ensure corrective actions are taken.
• Regulatory Compliance & Safety:
• Ensure that all launch operations comply with U.S. government regulations including FAA DoD and other relevant agencies.
• Maintain strict adherence to safety protocols and launch site procedures to ensure the safe execution of all pre-launch and launch activities.
• Lead pre-launch safety reviews and ensure compliance with environmental and range safety standards.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering Electrical Engineering or related technical field (Master’s preferred).
• Experience:
  • 4+ years of experience in launch operations aerospace systems engineering or a related field.
  • Demonstrated experience in spacecraft development and launch including planning integration testing and execution of space or defense missions.
  • Strong knowledge of launch vehicles propulsion systems and ground systems with a track record of successful mission execution.
• Technical Skills:
  • Expertise in launch vehicle integration ground operations and flight dynamics.
  • Familiarity with mission assurance processes and regulatory frameworks (e.g. FAA DoD Range Safety).
  • Experience with launch planning and scheduling tools and software (e.g. MS Project Primavera or custom tools).
• Security Clearance:
  • Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI or TS/SAP U.S. government security clearance.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Experience in classified or national security space launches.
• Familiarity with various launch providers (e.g. ULA SpaceX) and their respective vehicles (e.g. Falcon 9 Atlas V Delta IV).
• Experience with military or government launch operations (e.g. NRO USAF).
• Active U.S. security clearance (TS/SCI preferred).

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary: $110000-$165000
• Equity + Benefits including Health Dental Vision HRA/HSA options PTO and paid holidays 401K Parental Leave 

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills education location and experience. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work Location—successful candidates will be located near our Denver or Long Beach facilities. While we observe a hybrid work environment some work must be done on site.
• Work environment—the work environment; temperature noise level inside or outside or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
• Physical demands—the physical demands of the job including bending sitting lifting and driving.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application please follow the directions below. #LI-Onsite

What We Do

Space was once the quietest place in the universe. Now it's crowded contested and confrontational.  We are True Anomaly: the only defense company focused exclusively on space defense. Founded in 2022 by ex-U.S. Space Force members True Anomaly designs and builds advanced systems for space superiority: agile and powerful spacecraft platforms mission software engineered for unmatched command and control and payloads tailored for precision sensing and effects.    True Anomaly is headquartered in Centennial CO with regional offices in Colorado Springs CO Long Beach CA and Washington D.C.  We are hiring and seeking exceptional talent to join True Anomaly from any technical industry or background to bring unique talents perspective and solutions. If you embrace complexity lead instead of follow showcase integrity over ego take ownership for outcomes and measure success by impact we want to hear from you.

Why Work With Us

True Anomaly exists to enable a secure stable and sustainable space environment for the US its allies and partners. We design and build spacecraft and software solutions for space superiority. If you are ready to contribute to the future of space defense we’d love to hear from you.

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