Head of Technical Programme Management

Muon seeks a Propulsion Technical Program Manager (TPM) to lead the delivery of Muon Space's propulsion systems from development through production and flight, managing cost, schedule, and technical performance across programs for U.Government and Commercial customers. You are cognizant of how all the pieces—hardware, software/firmware, test, and supply chain—need to come together for successful execution, and you can turn that into well‑organized roadmaps, schedules, and budgets that you track throughout the product and program lifecycle.

This role is based in San Jose with a hybrid schedule (3 days per week in‑office).

Own the transition from development to rate/serial production—establishing the schedules, processes, and manufacturing readiness needed to deliver propulsion units repeatedly and on time.

Coordinate the hardware/software (and firmware) integration required to deliver a complete, functioning propulsion subsystem - not just a component.

Manage a complex, critical‑path supply chain and subcontractors for propulsion components (thrusters, tanks, valves, feed systems, propellant, etc.).

Track and report program metrics on schedule, resource, cost, risk, and technical performance; proactively identify and retire risks with the engineering teams.

Serve as the face of the company to customers, subcontractors, and suppliers, and support business development (proposals, RFI responses, customer engagement, organic growth).

6+ years of relevant experience in engineering and/or technical program management.

Demonstrated track record of delivering complex hardware programs through production, including the integration of hardware with software/firmware to deliver complete systems on time, to scope, and with high quality.

Experience managing programs with multiple subcontractors and a complex critical‑path supply chain.

Ability to instantiate and manage integrated master schedules and budgets.

Comfort working on complex multidisciplinary projects in a fast‑paced, aggressive‑timeline environment.

The salary range for this role is $175,000 - $208,000, plus a competitive equity grant and comprehensive benefits package. Founded in 2021, Muon Space is an end‑to‑end Space Systems Provider that designs, builds, and operates LEO satellite constellations delivering mission‑critical data. Our revolutionary, integrated technology stack enables customers to optimize every dimension of their missions for faster time‑to‑orbit and superior constellation remote sensing performance. Our state‑of‑the‑art facility in the heart of Silicon Valley is optimized for manufacturing spacecraft and rapid, flexible payload integration at scale. From climate monitoring to national security, Muon Space is dedicated to delivering Earth Intelligence for a safer and more resilient world.

In addition to salary, full‑time employees receive equity compensation as well as benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401k retirement plan, short & long term disability and life insurance. We also offer three weeks paid vacation for new employees, along with 12 paid holidays, unlimited sick time and paid parental leave.

We believe in equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or gender identity. We value diversity in the workplace, and that starts with our applicants. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't check all the boxes, and we look forward to reviewing your application! In addition, if you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know.

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