CareerPlan

Senior Technical Program Manager, Connected Warfare

Costa Mesa, CA (OC-00)Full-time$166k2026-09-30 → 2026-11-10
Security clearance required

Core

End-to-end program execution for next-generation hardware systems (man-portable to autonomous launchers) for U.S. and Allied forces, driving from concept through production scaling.

Role type

Senior Technical Program Manager (Hardware/Defense)

Builds

Next-generation hardware systems for command and control and autonomous operations

Domain

Defense technology, hardware development, manufacturing

Required skills

Technical program management, systems engineering, integrated master scheduling, risk management, earned value management, requirements management, cross-functional leadership, stakeholder management, budget management, NPI lifecycle management, supply chain coordination, manufacturing operations, ITAR compliance, security clearance eligibility

Preferred skills

Hardware scaling from prototype to LRIP/full-rate, manufacturing operations background, advanced degree in engineering or business

Technologies

Lattice OS, NPI gate frameworks (DV, PV, LRIP)

Responsibilities

Own full program lifecycle from NPI to production with accountability for schedule, cost, and scope; Develop comprehensive program plans, master schedules, budgets, and risk registers; Lead cross-functional teams spanning engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing; Identify and mitigate program risks; Serve as primary point of contact for internal stakeholders and external customers; Partner with Supply Chain and Manufacturing to drive production scaling; Mentor junior TPMs

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities