Sr. Program Manager - Missile Defense

True Anomaly•Long Beach, CA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Space is a warfighting domain. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it. OUR MISSION True Anomaly delivers decisive capabilities for space superiority. We build autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors — enabling the U.S. and its Allies to secure the space environment and counter threats from the ultimate high ground. OUR VALUES Be the offset. We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity. What would it take? We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results. It’s the people. Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together. YOUR MISSION True Anomaly is seeking a Senior Program Manager who will serve as a trusted partner to our customers, guiding mission-critical missile defense programs from concept to execution while seamlessly integrating technical, schedule, and cost baselines. In this customer-centric leadership role, you will foster strategic relationships, ensuring that customer needs are at the heart of every decision as you lead cross-functional teams, direct program support functions, and oversee subcontractor performance. You will work closely with the chief engineer and teams across systems engineering, mission operations, and program support to provide transparent, agile solutions that directly support our clients' goals. Your proven expertise in risk management, stakeholder engagement, and program execution will be key to advancing our national security mission and delivering exceptional value in the missile defense domain.

Requirements

Demonstrated experience delivering a complex space vehicle or weapons system through the entire engineering life cycle—from initial concept and design through integration, testing, and final deployment.
A proven track record in building strong customer relationships through effective team building, conflict resolution, and communication—both internally and externally.
Experience managing Department of War (DoW) or U.S. Space Force (USSF) contracts, especially those that require close coordination with the customer program office.
Demonstrated experience managing large-scale, high-value contracts (typically $50M+), with deep expertise in the research and development phase including budget oversight, risk management, and milestone-driven execution.
Hands-on experience managing risk and overseeing cost, schedule, and technical baselines in aerospace, engineering, or software development programs, all with a clear focus on delivering customer value.
Strong analytical background with the evaluation of requests for proposals and/or quotes.
Experience working within a cross-functional, geographically dispersed team environment to meet contractual commitments and create outstanding customer experiences.
Active Secret and eligibility to obtain 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

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree
Experience working missile defense, including experience with discrimination of threats from a target field and/or autonomous navigation of multi-object systems
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring that every project maintains a strong customer focus.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a strong background in customer interfacing and experience in 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
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

Responsibilities

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
Serve as a liaison, with other customer facing team members, between our company and our customers—developing deep relationships to understand their needs and align our program goals with their mission objectives.
Lead cross-functional teams to successfully integrate and execute missile defense missions as well as deliver tailored products and services that meet and exceed customer expectations.
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
Provide strategic direction and setting priorities that reflect customer goals while managing day-to-day issues to keep projects on time and within budget.
Perform risk and issue assessments with a focus on minimizing customer impact, ensuring rapid resolution and transparent escalation when needed.
Develop innovative solutions to resolve difficult program challenges including cost, schedule, and technical performance
Deliver compelling presentations and lead preparations of bids, proposals, studies, and deliverables, effectively communicating our value proposition during customer reviews and engagements.
Oversee and manage subcontractor activities to ensure all external contributions meet the high-quality standards our customers expect
Develop and lead internal and external program management reviews