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Senior Technical Program Manager, Electric Propulsion

Muon Space· Mission Execution
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San Jose, CA$206k - $232kfull-timePosted 1w ago

About the role

Senior Technical Program Manager to lead end-to-end planning, development, manufacturing and testing of propulsion systems for Muon Space.

Responsibilities

  • Mastering program schedules: own the full propulsion program roadmap, manage development, testing, parts procurement, and assembly, and align with production flow to determine when hardware is ready to move forward.
  • Bridging products and programs: act as primary link to product group, guide strategic product decisions, ensure roadmap execution.
  • Driving thruster production: maintain supply chains and kitting, track timeline needs for missions, cut organizational friction, and decide on timing for product upgrades.
  • Maintaining clear team communication: ensure dialogue across engineering leads, managers, and executives to minimize surprises.
  • Managing customer relationships: be the point person for thruster customers, address pain points, provide updates, exercise discretion, involve propulsion team as needed.
  • Translating needs into test priorities: break down mission specs into testing targets and realistic validation plans.
  • Integrating across hardware teams: collaborate with machine shop, mechanical engineering, and electrical integration efforts.
  • Advocating for the big picture: monitor industry trends and market shifts to inform Muon’s overall strategy.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years working in engineering or program management environments.
  • A relevant degree in engineering, physical sciences, or a related technical field.
  • Proven track record navigating complex organizations, balancing tight timelines, and resolving competing goals across functional teams.

Skills

Required:Program managementStakeholder managementScheduling and roadmap planningTest planning and validation
Nice to have:Supply chain and production coordination

Benefits

  • equity grant
  • comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401k retirement plan
  • short & long term disability and life insurance
  • three weeks paid vacation
  • 12 paid holidays
  • unlimited sick time
  • paid parental leave
Last updated Oct 24, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

About Muon Space

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