TRIDENT MILITARY SYSTEMS LLC · 1 week ago
Technical Program Lead – Mission Systems
Mesa, AZ 85212, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expTrident Military Systems, LLC is a defense-focused engineering and integration company headquartered in Mesa, Arizona, specializing in advanced training and mission support systems. They are seeking an experienced Technical Program Lead to provide oversight and technical leadership for software engineering and IT initiatives supporting mission-critical systems.
Aviation & Aerospace
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead software and IT project execution from planning through deployment and sustainment
Manage system enhancements, technology integrations, and performance improvements
Identify, analyze, and resolve complex technical issues; recommend effective solutions aligned with program and customer requirements
Ensure engineering teams meet cost, schedule, and technical performance objectives
Oversee configuration, integration, testing, and deployment of software and supporting IT systems
Provide hands-on technical leadership, including code reviews, algorithm development, and mentorship of engineering personnel
Maintain technical documentation, configuration baselines, and system artifacts
Support secure system administration and implementation of cybersecurity best practices
Ensure compliance with applicable information assurance, accreditation, and security requirements
Collaborate with security and compliance personnel to maintain authorized operating environments
Serve as a primary technical point of contact for internal teams, customers, and external partners
Prepare and deliver technical briefings, project updates, and status reports
Coordinate with cross-functional engineering, security, and program management teams
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Information Technology, or a related technical field
Minimum 5 years of experience in software or IT project management or a related technical role
Minimum 3 years of experience in a technical lead or senior engineering position
Strong background in software engineering, systems integration, or IT infrastructure
MUST HAVE Active Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access (SAP)
MUST HAVE IAT Level II-equivalent certification (e.g., Security+, CySA+, GSEC, CCNA Security, CND, SSCP)
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Preferred
Demonstrated experience administering Microsoft Windows client and server operating systems, including system configuration, patching, troubleshooting, and lifecycle sustainment in secure or regulated environments
Experience managing full-lifecycle software and IT projects in classified or restricted environments
Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks and secure system accreditation processes
Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams
Experience preparing technical documentation, system design artifacts, and formal briefings
Benefits
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
Opportunity to support mission-critical U.S. defense programs.
Professional, engineering-driven work environment.
Long-term growth opportunities supporting advanced training and simulation systems.
Company
TRIDENT MILITARY SYSTEMS LLC
TRIDENT MILITARY SYSTEMS LLC is the OEM for F-16 Multi-Task Trainers for the United States Air Force Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve, as well as a contractor providing a wide variety of simulation and training services and support solutions for the warfighter.
Founded in 2013MESA, Arizona, US
11-50 employeesFunding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase