Head of Technical Programme Management

True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it.

We build autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors — enabling the U.We are seeking a Technical Program Manager (TPM) with a strong development background with a passion for building mission-critical systems to support space superiority. You will serve as the owner of program execution—driving clarity, alignment, predictability, and accountability across engineering, production, security and program office.

In this role, you will ensure the successful delivery of complex, cutting edge, never before operated missile defense system, managing risk proactively, and leading programs through ambiguity. Lead the end-to-end planning, execution, and delivery of program sprints, for True Anomaly’s missile defense program.

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 engineering and program office on the execution of the program, compiling metrics on program health and status.

Translate product requirements into actionable technical plans in partnership with engineering, 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 engineering, production, security and program office; Track program performance using execution metrics (velocity, predictability, defect trends, release readiness) and drive continuous improvement.

Proactively identify and manage risks, tradeoffs, and blockers; Thrive in a high-ambiguity, fast-paced environment, creating structure, clarity, and alignment where needed.

5+ years of experience in technical program management.

Experience with Jira, Confluence, and other software tracking tools.

Deep familiarity with Agile / Scrum / Kanban processes.

ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance if not already held.

PowerBI or other relevant data visualization tools.

Background in engineering, computer science or a related technical field.

PMP or Agile certification is a plus.

Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave.

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.If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us.

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