Technical Project Manager - Platform Engineering

Turion Space is seeking an experienced Technical Project Manager to join our Platform Engineering team, reporting to the Head of Platform. You'll coordinate projects across Platform, Network, Security, and IT Support teams as we build our internal developer platform while maintaining current operations. This role requires someone who excels at managing compliance-driven technical projects and can balance immediate needs with long-term platform transformation goals.

Note: This role is on-site only. We do not provide remote/hybrid roles.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive platform engineering initiatives from conception to delivery across multiple teams

• Balance operational support requirements with strategic platform development

• Ensure all projects meet NIST 800-171, CMMC, and other compliance requirements

• Define and track platform adoption metrics and developer experience improvements

• Manage projects spanning both AWS cloud and physical infrastructure

• Coordinate security and compliance documentation without disrupting engineering velocity

• Facilitate cross-team collaboration while respecting specialized expertise

• Translate compliance requirements into actionable project milestones

• Partner with Head of Platform to execute technical roadmaps and vision

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Personnel Security Clearance (PCL)

• 5+ years as a Technical Project Manager or Technical Program Manager

• 3+ years with platform/infrastructure/DevOps teams

• Proven experience managing compliance-driven projects (NIST, SOC2, or similar)

• Strong cloud infrastructure background (AWS preferred)

• Experience with containerization, Kubernetes, and infrastructure as code

• Track record of balancing operational support with strategic initiatives

• Excellent communication across technical and compliance domains

• Experience managing projects with security clearance constraints

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

• Aerospace/defense industry experience

• Direct NIST 800-171, CMMC, or SOC2 project experience

• Platform engineering and DevSecOps knowledge

• Experience measuring developer productivity and platform adoption

• Understanding of both cloud and on-premises infrastructure

• Former engineering/development background

This role offers the opportunity to shape our platform transformation while ensuring operational excellence and compliance in our space technology initiatives. The ideal candidate thrives in managing complexity and excels at cross-team coordination with a security-first mindset.

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ITAR Requirements:

This position may include access to technology and/or software source code that is subject to U.S. export controls. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Benefits:
We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package designed to support the well-being and professional growth of our employees. In addition to a competitive base salary and company stock, determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, education, skills, experience, and market demand, full-time employees are eligible for:​

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their dependents. ​

• Retirement Plans: Access to a 401(k) plan to help you plan for your future. ​

• Paid Time Off: Generous vacation days, personal days, and holidays to ensure you have time to recharge. ​

• Professional Development: Opportunities for ongoing training, workshops, and courses to advance your skills and career growth.

• Team Building Activities: Regular social events, team outings, and company-sponsored activities to foster a positive work environment. ​

We are dedicated to providing a supportive and enriching environment for our team members, recognizing that our collective success is built upon the well-being and satisfaction of each individual.

Turion Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Turion Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.