Technical Project Manager

Description

Spacecraft represent the most pressing unmet need across the entire aerospace industry. As more launch vehicles come online and the cost to orbit decreases, more companies launching payloads to space continue to emerge.

For the first time in history, this influx of payload companies combined with reduced launch costs has resulted in a massive increase in need for commercial spacecraft platforms, known as satellite buses. These buses hold the payloads of our customers and are flown on launch vehicles.

Apex manufactures these satellite buses at scale using a combination of software, vertical integration, and hardware that is designed for manufacturing. Our spacecraft enable the future of society: ranging from earth observation to communications and more.

We’d love for you to join us on our mission of providing humankind access to the galaxy beyond our planet.

About the Role

Apex is seeking an experienced Technical Project Manager with strong experience in cybersecurity to lead initiatives focused on Command and Control.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the central point of coordination across Cyber, Product, and Engineering, helping define what each function owns and ensuring the three teams remain aligned
• Own end-to-end delivery across C2 program workflows, coordinating complex, multi-team deployments and rollouts
• Offload and manage the product set and requirements across teams
• Build reporting processes to ensure effective team coordination
• Lead planning and execution of programs tied to ATO accreditation
• (FedRAMP) Help define and manage priorities between product, cyber, and engineering
• Own day-to-day program management; Run regular status touchpoints and progress reporting across the three teams
• Ensure documentation (requirements, program status, accreditation materials) stays current and accessible
• Required Qualifications
• Experience running technical programs across multiple functions (security/cyber, product, engineering, etc.) simultaneously
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills, with comfortability making real-time calls on sprint priorities and trade-offs across teams
• Excellent communication skills, with a strong ability to translate between technical, product, and compliance-oriented stakeholders
• Preferred Qualifications
• Background in both program management and product management
• Experience in cloud or C2 (command and control) program environments
• Experience coordinating with third-party partners on technical or compliance requirements
• Comfort operating with less deep systems/software engineering ownership and more cross-functional orchestration
• Additional
• Experience with ATO/accreditation processes (FedRAMP) strongly preferred
• LI-JC1

Benefits

• Apex believes in creating a work environment that you look forward to embracing every day. Our employees love working at Apex, and we want you to love it too. We're a fast-growing startup that has raised more than $500M in funding, and we invest heavily in our people from day one.
• Shared upside: Receive equity in Apex, letting you benefit from the work you create
• Best-in-class healthcare: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents, plus $100k life insurance at no cost
• Comprehensive PTO package to reset and recharge - starting at 15 days vacation, growing to 20+ days annually, plus 10 paid holidays
• Competitive 401(k) plan with generous matching - 100% match on first 3%, 50% on next 2%
• 8 weeks paid parental leave plus childcare reimbursement up to $350/day for work-related travel
• Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks to keep you fueled throughout the day
• Vibrant community: Monthly office socials, pickleball tournaments, run club, and gatherings for you and your family
• Your dream desk setup and all the tools you need to be your most productive self
• World-class Playa Vista office with the benefit of in-person collaboration with amazing coworkers and flexibility to integrate work and life
• Real impact opportunity: Work alongside experts from aerospace, new space, and other cutting-edge industries to make a lasting difference
• Additional Information:
• Compensation ranges are set by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. A candidate's specific level and base pay are determined case by case and may vary with job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities, and internal equity. Beyond base salary, full-time hires are also eligible for long-term incentives in the form of stock options, along with medical, dental, and vision coverage and a 401(k) retirement plan.
• ITAR Requirements
• Apex's work is governed by U.S. export control laws, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). To be eligible for this role, applicants must either (1) qualify as a U.S. Person, meaning a U.S. citizen or national, a lawful permanent resident (green card holder), a refugee admitted under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or an individual granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or (2) be able to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State, the U.S. Department of Commerce, or another applicable U.S. government agency. You can learn more about ITAR here .