# Operational Technical Program Manager at Privateer

- Company: Privateer
- What the company does: Privateer is creating the data infrastructure that enables sustainable growth for the new space economy. The company's proprietary knowledge graph technology offers much-needed enhancements to how it collects and processes information about space objects. Backed by Space Capital.
- Company website: https://privateer.com
- Type: Startups
- Level: Senior
- Location: United States
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-09-14
- Apply by: 2026-10-29
- Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/privateer/jobs/5424073008
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/privateer-operational-technical-program-manager/

## About the role

We are seeking an Operational Technical Program Manager (TPM ) to bring structure, visibility, and execution discipline to complex engineering initiatives and federal project opportunities. This role exists to help the organization make and execute high-quality decisions by connecting technical teams and business functions, aligning priorities, and ensuring critical initiatives move forward with clarity and accountability.

## What they're looking for

- 10+ years of experience in Technical Program Management, Program Management, Engineering Operations, or a related discipline
- Experience managing complex, cross-functional technical programs involving engineering teams. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent initiatives with competing priorities
- Strong experience with project planning, dependency management, risk management, and milestone tracking
- Experience working directly with engineering and technical teams
- Strong organizational and operational skills with exceptional attention to detail
- Ability to drive accountability without having direct authority over the teams involved. Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment

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