Senior Technical Program Manager, Vehicle Software @ Relativity Space
placeLong Beach, CA
attach_money $160,000
businessOn Site
scheduleFull Time
Posted 22 days ago
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Overview
At Relativity Space, we are building rockets to serve today's needs and tomorrow's breakthroughs. As the Senior Technical Program Manager, Vehicle Software, you will coordinate a large portfolio of software applications for Terran R.
Responsibilities
- Create and manage reliable project timelines and schedules.
- Monitor progress and report on milestones and objectives.
- Identify critical dependencies and coordinate cross-team collaboration.
- Manage program risks and facilitate problem solving.
- Collect execution metrics and improve overall processes.
About the Team
The Vehicle Software team at Relativity Space develops safety-critical software for Terran R, operating under extreme conditions and high-reliability expectations. You will work with distributed, real-time control software that directly impacts flight success.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
- 5+ years in technical program management or software engineering.
- Experience in C++, Rust, and/or Python software development.
- Proven record with project management tools (e.g., Smartsheet, MS Project, Atlassian, GitLab/Git, CI/CD).
- Ability to manage complex technical projects and multidisciplinary teams.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with launch vehicles or spacecraft.
- Background in software certification programs.
- Experience in agile startup environments.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary and equity, generous PTO, parental leave, and annual learning and development stipend.
Key skills/competency
- Program Management
- Software Development
- Risk Management
- Agile
- Real-time Systems
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- C++
- Python
- CI/CD
- Project Scheduling
How to Get Hired at Relativity Space
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Customize Your Resume: Align experience with technical program management.
- Highlight Agile Skills: Emphasize experience in agile setups.
- Prepare for Technical Questions: Focus on C++, Rust, or Python projects.
- Showcase Leadership: Demonstrate your team coordination successes.
📝 Interview Preparation Advice
Technical Preparation
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Review real-time systems principles.
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Practice C++, Rust, Python coding skills.
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Study CI/CD and project management tools.
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Analyze risk management processes.
Behavioral Questions
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Describe teamwork during project challenges.
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Discuss handling conflicting priorities.
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Explain your conflict resolution methods.
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Share examples of influencing cross-teams.
Frequently Asked Questions
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