Technical Program Manager
CHAOS Inc. is a global technology company delivering next-generation capabilities to the defense and critical industrial sectors. Founded in 2022 by a seasoned leadership team, CHAOS has quickly become the place where world-class multi-disciplinary engineers come to build mission-critical technologies. CHAOS has a mission-focused culture, dedicated to solving the toughest technical challenges. Its unique agile engineering approach enables rapid prototyping, while deep partnerships with defense and industry ensure real-world solutions.
Role Overview :
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Technical Program Manager (TPM) to lead the successful delivery of our radar product line. This role is critical to aligning cross-functional teams, meeting customer requirements, and ensuring on-time delivery within budget. The TPM will collaborate closely with Business Development (BD), Production, Customer, and Engineering teams to oversee program execution, manage budgets, and ensure all technical and contractual objectives are met.
The TPM will report to the (Acting) Director of the Program Execution Office (PEO).
Responsibilities :
- Program Lifecycle Ownership :
Lead full program lifecycle to ensure that cost, schedule, and performance goals are met
Provide oversight of all technical and operational functions, planning, organization, and control of resources to complete all contract deliverables and servicesPlan and direct execution of the contractual, technical, multi-disciplinary engineering, programming, maintenance, and administrative support effortIn conjunction with technical delivery team, monitor and report progress through regularly scheduled briefings to leadership on program status and milestonesWorking with technical delivery leads, manage acquisition and employment of project resourcesEnsure sufficient qualified staffing to achieve timely and successful completion of the efforts described in the contract statement of work (SOW)Cross-Functional Collaboration :Coordinate efforts across engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, operations, and BD for integrated execution of the program
Lead and coordinate efforts to resolve project-related challenges and blockersCustomer Engagement :Serve as the primary POC to the customer's COTR / Tech POC for contract, cost, schedule, and performance
Coordinate all program management reviews with the customer to discuss contract performance, special topics of interest, and issue resolutionsCoordinate with technical delivery team on drafting and finalization of technical quarterly reports, status reports, final reports, and other contract deliverable documentation as required by contractBudget & Resource Management :Manage program budget and resource allocation to meet project requirements efficiently
Support financial controls and administrative aspects of the projectChange Management :Manage and document scope changes, ensuring alignment with project goals
Work 4-5 days onsite out of our office in Los Angeles (Hawthorne), CA or Washington D.C.Minimum Requirements :
B.S. in engineering, computer science, business, or other related field, and / or equivalent experience in DoD, military, or other Government environment performing in a related subject area (e.g. project management, engineering, computer science, etc.) in a fast-paced, dynamic environment5+ years of Project Management experience managing complex projects of a similar scope and complexityExceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely to diverse audiencesProject Management Professional (PMP) certificationMust be able to work on-site 4-5 days per week in Hawthorne CA or Washington D.C.Travel up to 15% as needed to support program and customer objectivesU.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident of the U.S.Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearancePreferred Requirements :
U.S. security clearanceExperience with tools like JIRA and ConfluenceExperience testing and monitoring Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and / or Technical Performance Measures (TPMs)Prior systems engineering or software integration experienceAdvanced degree in a technical fieldWhy CHAOS?
Health Benefits : Your medical, dental and vision benefits will be 100% paid for by the companyAdditional benefits : life, FSA, HSA, 401k (+ Company match), and moreOur Perks : free daily lunch, 'No meeting Fridays', unlimited PTO, casual dress codeCompensation Components : competitive base salaries, generous pre-IPO stock option grants, relocation assistance + (coming soon!) annual bonusesCompany Size : 150 employees and counting!More About Us : We're building the next generation of aerospace, defense and critical industry technologies with a seasoned team of mission-focused individuals. We were founded in June 2022 and our goal is to become the platform where world-class engineers come to solve critical, real-world problems. We use agile engineering approaches which enable rapid prototyping, deep partnerships with the defense industry ensuring real-world application, and our newly-invented Coherence platform (through which we've made a fundamental breakthrough) improves sensor performance and decision-making in real-time. As of April 2025 we have raised $490M (including a $275M Series C at a $2B valuation) from some of the most prominent VC funds and investors including Accel, NEA, 8VC, and Valar. With a managing team that includes Epirus' founding members (responsible for building a $1.5B company from scratch) + key drivers from Palantir (instrumental in Palantir's growth to $1B in revenue), we are well-positioned to become one of the fastest growing companies to date!Salary Range : $160,000 - $250,000
The stated compensation range reflects only the targeted base compensation range and excludes additional earnings such as bonus, equity, and benefits. If your compensation requirements fall outside of the range, we still encourage you to apply. The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and / or training, critical skills, and / or business considerations.
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