Sr. Program Manager - Space System

YOUR MISSION 
 
True Anomaly is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead mission-critical programs from concept to execution integrating technical schedule and cost baselines to deliver space-based capabilities with precision and agility. In this cross-functional leadership role you will drive strategic direction manage complex program lifecycles oversee subcontractor performance and lead high-impact teams across engineering operations and mission delivery. Your expertise in risk management stakeholder engagement and program execution will play a key role in advancing our national security mission and operational excellence in the space domain. This role will play a fundamental role in expanding True Anomaly’s missile defense program from prototype to production phases.  
 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Manage complex situations lead and inspire your team drive innovative thinking instill collaboration drive for success challenge status quo and demonstrate the ability to adapt to dynamic situations  
• Create implement and own the coordinated program baseline (cost schedule technical) with the chief engineer  
• Serve as a liaison with other customer facing team members between our company and our customers—developing deep relationships to understand their needs and align our program goals with their mission objectives. 
• Lead cross-functional teams to successfully integrate and execute missile defense missions as well as deliver tailored products and services that meet and exceed customer expectations. 
• Direct the responsibilities and activities of the program team including program management systems engineering communications and IT mission operations facilities management security safety and contracts/financial/supply chain support functions  
• Provide strategic direction and setting priorities that reflect customer goals while managing day-to-day issues to keep projects on time and within budget. 
• Perform risk and issue assessments with a focus on minimizing customer impact ensuring rapid resolution and transparent escalation when needed. 
• Develop innovative solutions to resolve difficult program challenges including cost schedule and technical performance  
• Deliver compelling presentations and lead preparations of bids proposals studies and deliverables effectively communicating our value proposition during customer reviews and engagements. 
• Oversee and manage subcontractor activities to ensure all external contributions meet the high-quality standards our customers expect 
• Develop and lead internal and external program management reviews  

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Demonstrated experience delivering a complex system through the entire engineering life cycle—from initial concept and design through integration testing and final deployment. 
• A proven track record in building strong customer relationships through effective team building conflict resolution and communication—both internally and externally. 
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with a strong background in customer interfacing and experience in National Security aerospace programs.
• Demonstrated experience managing large-scale high-value contracts (typically $50M+) with deep expertise in the research and development phase including budget oversight risk management and milestone-driven execution. 
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously ensuring that every project maintains a strong customer focus. 
• Hands-on experience managing risk and overseeing cost schedule and technical baselines in aerospace engineering or software development programs all with a clear focus on delivering customer value. 
• Strong analytical background with the evaluation of requests for proposals and/or quotes.  
• Experience working within a cross-functional geographically dispersed team environment to meet contractual commitments and create outstanding customer experiences. 
• Active Secret and eligibility to obtain Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance 
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering Aerospace Management or a related field is required plus 15 or more years related experience.  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS  

• Master’s Degree  or higher
• Experience with space vehicle or weapons systems
• Experience managing Department of War (DoW) or U.S. Space Force (USSF) contracts especially those that require close coordination with the customer program office.
• Experience working missile defense including experience with discrimination of threats from a target field and/or autonomous navigation of multi-object systems 
• Ability to establish new & further refining existing templates tools & guidelines for program documentation & execution  
• Experience with ensuring compliance with approved Corporate and ISO 9001:2000 Policies and Processes  

Compensation 

• Base Salary:   $200000 - $290000
• 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 and experience 
 
Additional Requirements 

• Work Location—Successful candidates will be located near Long Beach CA or Denver CO. 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. 
 

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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