Joblaze summary

In the role of Technical Program Manager at Applied Intuition, the individual will oversee complex maritime defense projects, ensuring they meet milestones and deliverables while collaborating closely with both internal teams and defense customers. Key skills include project management, technical knowledge in software and hardware, and experience in building programs from the ground up. This position is ideal for candidates with at least three years of relevant industry experience and a background in engineering or computer science. The company emphasizes a collaborative environment, working closely with subject matter experts to address customer needs.

Joblaze insights

Listed about a month ago — first seen on Joblaze September 3, 2026. Last confirmed on Applied Intuition's careers page October 27, 2026.
This exact title is also open at 1 other location at Applied Intuition: Sunnyvale.
Software appears in 0.7% of 441 comparable mid management roles in United States; Data appears in 0.2% of 441 comparable mid management roles in United States.

Quick facts

Is the Technical Program Manager role remote?: No — this is an on-site role in Poway, CA.
How much experience is required?: At least 3 years of relevant experience for this Technical Program Manager role.
Where is the role based?: Applied Intuition is hiring for this position in Poway, CA.
What's the tech stack?: Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: Data, Hardware, Software, autonomy.
Does Applied Intuition sponsor work visas for this role?: Yes — the posting indicates visa sponsorship is available for the right candidate.
What seniority level is this role?: Applied Intuition targets mid-level candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?: Full-time for this Technical Program Manager role at Applied Intuition.

From the original posting

About the role

We're looking for a Technical Program Manager in the greater San Diego area (relocation offered) to own and drive complex programs for our maritime customers. You'll work side by side with Applied Intuition's subject matter experts and our defense customers to turn real operational pain points into shipped solutions. This is a high-ownership seat with direct customer exposure from day one, and you'll be backed by senior leaders who invest in your growth, sharing their experience in program strategy, customer engagement, and defense acquisition. If you are early in your career, with relevant TPM experience, you are urged to apply!

At Applied Intuition, you will:

Own programs end to end as the single point of contact, driving milestones, metrics, and final deliverables to successful completion
Build trusted relationships with customers, uncovering new pain points and opportunities for follow-on engagements
Be the voice of the customer internally, surfacing use cases and workflows our current products don't yet address
Scope timelines with customers and align resourcing to their needs and feedback
Lead pursuits from RFQ release through a detailed technical proposal, rallying experts across the company
Grow your scope and influence over time with mentorship from senior program and technical leaders

We're looking for someone who has:

US citizenship and the ability to obtain a security clearance
2-3 years of experience in technical program or project management supporting software and hardware programs
A track record of leading complex, cross-functional projects from kickoff to delivery
Experience coordinating and scheduling diverse teams and resources against demanding technical goals
Experience launching new programs, workstreams, or processes, and the drive to build more
A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electronics, Data Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
A hunger to grow, an appetite for feedback, and the initiative to take on bigger challenges
A Bachelor's degree is required, in Mechanical, Electronics, Data Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
Ability to travel to customer sites (25%)

Nice to have:

Active Secret or Top Secret clearance
Experience working with DoD customers on software use cases
Familiarity with data management and simulation providers and their tradeoffs
Hands-on experience with data or simulation software used for autonomy
Exposure to both software and hardware development and testing, such as high-performance computing and real-time test systems

Compensation at Applied Intuition for eligible roles includes base salary, equity, and benefits. Base salary is a single component of the total compensation package, which may also include equity in the form of options and/or restricted stock units, comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverage, 401k retirement benefits with employer match, learning and wellness stipends, and paid time off. Note that benefits are subject to change and may vary based on jurisdiction of employment.

Applied Intuition pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum intended target base salary for new hire salaries for the position. The actual base salary offered to a successful candidate will additionally be influenced by a variety of factors including experience, credentials & certifications, educational attainment, skill level requirements, interview performance, and the level and scope of the position.

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