True Anomaly · 3 hours ago
Technical Program Manager
Long Beach, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expTrue Anomaly is a company focused on innovative technology for space security and sustainability. They are seeking a Technical Program Manager with a strong software development background to lead program execution, ensuring the successful delivery of complex software products for defense and government customers.
AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)ManufacturingMilitaryNational Security
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead the end-to-end planning, execution, and delivery of Mosaic, our software product, for defense and government customers
Own program execution: define delivery plans, manage scope and milestones, and drive accountability across engineering and cross-functional teams
Serve as the primary delivery interface with internal teams and external stakeholders, including defense primes, government PMs, and contracting authorities
Translate product requirements into actionable technical plans in partnership with Product, ensuring alignment with engineering architecture and mission needs
Participate in architectural discussions, highlighting risks, identifying gaps, and ensuring decisions support delivery timelines, security posture, and system reliability
Manage and resolve cross-team dependencies across software engineering, QA, security, compliance, and operations; maintain a real-time dependency map for all initiatives
Track program performance using execution metrics (velocity, predictability, defect trends, release readiness) and drive continuous improvement
Proactively identify and manage risks, tradeoffs, and blockers; escalate and recommend decisions when schedule, scope, or resources misalign
Ensure compliance with government standards and secure development practices (e.g., ATO, RMF, NIST 800-171, DFARS)
Support proposal writing, contract execution, and customer briefings, including evolving requirements, baselines, and contractual milestones
Thrive in a high-ambiguity, fast-paced environment, creating structure, clarity, and alignment where needed
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience in technical program management, software engineering, or related technical leadership roles
Proven track record leading execution of complex SaaS or mission-critical systems; experience with defense, aerospace, or dual-use technology strongly preferred
Strong technical understanding of distributed systems, cloud architectures, APIs, and secure software development practices
Deep familiarity with Agile/Scrum/Kanban processes and software lifecycle management
Exceptional communication skills across technical and non-technical partners, including government stakeholders
Experience with regulated or compliance-driven environments (ATO, RMF, NIST 800-53, DFARS, etc.)
U.S. citizenship required; ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance if not already held
Preferred
Experience with Jira, Confluence, and other software tracking tools
Familiarity with secure development practices and accreditation processes (ATO, RMF, etc.)
Background in computer science, engineering, or a related technical field
PMP or Agile certification is a plus
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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