True Anomaly · 2 weeks ago
Sr. Program Manager, Missile Defense
Long Beach, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$140K/yr - $270K/yr
7+ years expTrue Anomaly is a company focused on building innovative technology for space security and sustainability. They are seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead mission-critical programs, integrating technical, schedule, and cost baselines to deliver space-based capabilities while managing complex program lifecycles and overseeing subcontractor performance.
AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)ManufacturingMilitaryNational Security
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Manage one of three programs: Propulsion, Kill Vehicle, or AI&T
Manage complex situations, delegate authority, 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
Coordinate between core business and new business driving towards commonality of approach to facilitate scale
Coordinate testing of vehicle and subcomponent with test director and chief engineer to optimize learnings and schedule
Support the financial analysis driving towards build vs buy decisions for vertical integration, coordinating with finance, supply chain and engineering
Facilitate vertical integration though execution of capex programs as we onboard more and more products through development lifetime
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
Support establishing a centralized, coordinating body for PM concerns, recommendations, & issues; developing recommended process improvements; facilitating opportunities with Finance
Provide strategic direction, set priorities, and resolve day-to-day issues to deliver schedule and budget
Perform risk/issue assessments, tracking, resolution, escalation, and closeout to ensure satisfactory program performance
Develop innovative solutions to resolve difficult program challenges including cost, schedule, and technical performance
Oversee and manage subcontractor activities in addition oversee propulsion supply chain
Lead preparations of bids, proposals, studies, and deliverables, and develop detailed basis of estimates to support each opportunity
Develop and lead internal and external program management reviews, aligning with customer expectations and requirements
Qualification
Required
Proven experience and skills in team building, time management, conflict resolution, communication, briefing, presentation, strategic thinking, marketing, and expertise in the program management disciplines
Full life cycle experience from development to deployment of a space relevant system
Proven leadership abilities inclusive of successful change management and holding people accountable
Demonstrated experience managing risk and cost, schedule, and technical baselines for an aerospace, engineering, or software development program
Experience working with propulsion systems (SRMS or liquid)
Strong analytical background with the evaluation of requests for proposals and/or quotes
Experience with preparing, reviewing, and submitting proposals and/or quotes
Strong presentation skills
Eligible for Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance
Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 9 years of prior relevant experience; Or, Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience; Or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 13 years of prior related experience
Preferred
Master's Degree
Ability to work within a cross-functional, geographically dispersed team environment to complete contractual commitments
Ability to accommodate multiple projects
Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
Experience with customer interfacing and National Security aerospace programs
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
Program Manager II: BS degree or higher in Management or Engineering or a related field is required plus 8 or more years related experience
Program Manager III: BS degree or higher in Management or Engineering or a related field is required plus 10 or more years related experience
Senior Program Manager: BS degree or higher in Management or Engineering or a related field is required plus 14 or more years related experience
Active TS/SCI US government security clearance with SCI eligibility strongly preferred
Benefits
Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave
Company
True Anomaly
True Anomaly is builds space security and resilience at the intersection of spacecraft, software, and autonomy.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$418.02MKey Investors
AccelStifel BankRiot Ventures
2025-04-30Series C· $260M
2025-04-30Debt Financing
2023-12-12Series B· $100M
Leadership Team
Mark Seidel
Chief Financial Officer
Frank Di Pentino
Chief Strategy Officer
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