Mission Manager

The role

The Mission Manager leads and coordinates the planning, integration, and execution of aerospace vehicle launches for defense and commercial space missions. This role oversees the launch lifecycle to ensure safe and successful execution.

What you will do

• Lead planning and management of launch operations from concept through execution.
• Define launch objectives and timelines with program management and partners.
• Develop detailed launch schedules and identify critical milestones.
• Serve as primary point of contact for launch operations with internal and external stakeholders.
• Interface with subcontractors and mission partners to manage requirements and deliverables.
• Oversee payload integration with launch vehicles.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to resolve integration issues.
• Work with vehicle providers to manage launch site operations and flight readiness.
• Identify and manage technical, operational, and programmatic risks.
• Ensure launch operations comply with U.S. government regulations and safety protocols.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field
• 4+ years of experience in launch operations, aerospace systems engineering, or a related field
• Experience in spacecraft development and launch including planning, integration, testing, and execution
• Knowledge of launch vehicles, propulsion systems, and ground systems
• Expertise in launch vehicle integration, ground operations, and flight dynamics
• Familiarity with mission assurance processes and regulatory frameworks
• Experience with launch planning and scheduling tools or software
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI or TS/SAP U.S. government security clearance
• Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual, or eligible to obtain required authorizations

Nice to have

• Master's degree
• Experience in classified or national security space launches
• Familiarity with various launch providers and vehicles
• Experience with military or government launch operations
• Active U.S. security clearance (TS/SCI preferred)

Benefits

• 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and dependents
• HSA/HRA options
• Flexible Time Off (FTO) for exempt employees
• Accrued PTO of up to 25 days for non-exempt employees
• 12 paid holidays
• Parental Leave
• Sick Leave
• Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks for in-office employees
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Fitness reimbursement
• Dog Fridays
• Equity participation

Before you apply

• Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual, or eligible to obtain required authorizations
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI or TS/SAP U.S. government security clearance

About the company

True Anomaly delivers decisive capabilities for space superiority by building autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors.