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Salary: USD 120,000 - 175,000 / annual
True Anomaly is seeking a Technical Program Manager, Payloads to lead end-to-end payload development and integration programs for advanced spacecraft systems. This role sits at the intersection of technical execution and program leadership, requiring someone comfortable managing complex hardware development lifecycles while coordinating across multiple engineering and operational teams.
You will own program execution for payload development from requirements definition through design, development, qualification, production, integration, and operational deployment. Key responsibilities include:
• Lead end-to-end planning, execution, and delivery of payload development and integration programs
• Own program execution by defining delivery plans, managing scope and milestones, and driving accountability across engineering and cross-functional teams
• Manage vertical integration projects connecting payloads with spacecraft systems, flight software, ground systems, manufacturing, test, launch operations, and mission architecture
• Serve as the primary delivery interface among payload engineering, systems engineering, production, security, and program office stakeholders
• Translate mission and product requirements into actionable technical plans in partnership with engineering and program leadership
• Coordinate payload development across the full lifecycle, including requirements, architecture, design, procurement, build, test, qualification, acceptance, and delivery
• Drive interface definition and control across payloads and the broader space system; identify gaps, assumptions, and integration risks early
• Participate in technical and architectural discussions, ensuring decisions support mission needs, delivery timelines, security requirements, manufacturability, and system reliability
• Manage and resolve cross-team dependencies across engineering, production, security, test, launch, and program office teams
The ideal candidate is comfortable operating in high-ambiguity, fast-paced environments, proactively managing risk, resolving cross-functional dependencies, and creating the structure required to deliver cutting-edge systems.
True Anomaly builds 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.
Benefits include 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and dependents with HSA/HRA options; flexible time off for exempt employees; accrued PTO up to 25 days for non-exempt employees plus 12 paid holidays; parental leave; sick leave; 401(k) retirement plan; fitness reimbursement; equity participation; and daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks for in-office employees.
REQUIREMENTS:
• Hardware development background required
• Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State (ITAR compliance)
• Based in Denver, CO
