Sr. Program Manager - Space System

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• Space is a warfighting domain. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it.
• OUR MISSION
• True Anomaly delivers decisive capabilities for space superiority. We build autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors — enabling the U.S. and its Allies to secure the space environment and counter threats from the ultimate high ground.
• OUR VALUES
• Be the offset.   We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity.
• What would it take?  We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results.
• It’s the people.  Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together.
• 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 phase
• 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  
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• 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 d egree 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:    $200,000 - $290,000
• 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.    
• To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
• True Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity on any basis protected by applicable state and federal laws. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us.
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