Technical Program Manager -Missile Defense
True Anomaly · Long Beach, CA or Washington DC or Denver, CO
Posted about 3 months ago · $120,000 - $175,000
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 81 days True Anomaly's roles stay open a median of 81 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- Yes 95% of True Anomaly's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at True Anomaly
- high 179 stale, 4 reposted of 183 open
- Hiring momentum
- 220 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-10-23
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from True Anomaly's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for True Anomaly.
About this role
The Technical Program Manager (TPM) at True Anomaly will oversee the execution of missile defense programs, ensuring successful delivery through effective planning and management of cross-functional teams. The role involves translating product requirements into technical plans, managing risks, and maintaining program performance metrics while operating in a fast-paced environment. The TPM will serve as the primary interface between engineering and program offices, driving accountability and clarity throughout the project lifecycle.
- benefits
- 3/5
- freshness
- 1/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 5/5
- pay transparency
- 5/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of True Anomaly as an employer.
What you need
- 5+ years of experience in program management in relevant technical fields
- Strong technical understanding of a relevant space defense system (satellites, missile, rockets, engines, etc.)
- Experience with Jira, Confluence, and other software tracking tools
- Deep familiarity with Agile / Scrum / Kanban processes
- Exceptional communication skills across technical and non-technical partners
- Experience working classified DoW programs or relevant background
Nice to have
- PowerBI or other relevant data visualization tools
- Background in engineering, computer science or a related technical field
- PMP or Agile certification is a plus
What you get
- Best-in-class healthcare: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, with HSA/HRA options
- Generous time off: Flexible Time Off (FTO) for exempt employees, accrued PTO of up to 25 days for non-exempt employees, plus 12 paid holidays; Parental Leave; Sick Leave
- Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks for in-office employees
- 401(k) retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, and Dog Fridays
- Equity participation included as part of total compensation package
Worth weighing
- No remote work options mentioned; must be located in Long Beach, CA, Washington DC, or Denver, CO
- Base salary range provided, but actual salary may vary based on individual qualifications and experience
- Role involves managing classified programs, which may require additional security clearances and compliance with ITAR regulations
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Listed by True Anomaly on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-23. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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