Manager, Compensation & Total Rewards

A new space race has begun. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build innovative technology that solves the next generation of engineering, manufacturing, and operational challenges for space security and sustainability.

OUR MISSION

The peaceful use of space is essential for continued prosperity on Earth—from communications and finance to navigation and logistics. True Anomaly builds innovative technology at the intersection of spacecraft, software, and AI to enhance the capabilities of the U.S., its allies, and commercial partners. We safeguard global security by ensuring space access and sustainability for all.

OUR VALUES

• Be the offset. We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity
• What would it take? We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results
• It’s the people. Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together

YOUR MISSION 

True Anomaly is seeking a Manager of Total Rewards to shape and scale our compensation, equity, and benefits programs as the company grows. 

This role sits at the intersection of People Operations, Finance, and leadership decision-making, ensuring our total rewards programs are competitive, equitable, and operationally scalable. You will partner closely with People Operations to build systems, processes, and programs that support both the employee experience and the company’s long-term growth. 

You will lead the design and management of compensation and equity programs, while also partnering on benefits strategy and People team initiatives that improve how we attract, reward, and retain top talent in the aerospace and defense market. 

Success in this role requires balancing market competitiveness, internal equity, operational scalability, and regulatory compliance, while serving as a trusted partner to leadership and the broader People team. 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

Total Rewards Strategy 

• Design and evolve True Anomaly’s total rewards philosophy, including base pay, incentives, equity, and benefits
• Partner with the Director of People and leadership team to ensure rewards programs support talent strategy, retention, and performance
• Maintain competitive positioning through market benchmarking and industry analysis within aerospace, defense, and technology markets
• Translate company growth strategy into scalable rewards frameworks 

Compensation Programs & Planning 

• Lead annual compensation planning cycles, including merit, promotions, bonuses, and equity refresh programs
• Partner with People Business Partners and leadership on compensation decisions, promotion frameworks, and market adjustments
• Develop modeling tools and analytics that support data-driven compensation decisions
• Partner with Talent Acquisition on offer strategy and complex compensation scenarios 

Equity Program Management 

• Design and manage scalable equity compensation programs that balance employee value, market competitiveness, and dilution management
• Partner with Finance and Legal on equity administration, grant processes, and governance
• Support leadership and employees in understanding equity structures, vesting mechanics, and long-term value
• Ensure equity programs evolve appropriately as the company scales 

Benefits Strategy & People Operations Partnership 

• Partner closely with People Operations to design and evolve benefits programs that support employee wellbeing and organizational growth
• Collaborate on annual benefits renewals, plan design strategy, and vendor partnerships
• Ensure benefits administration processes and systems are scalable and aligned with HRIS infrastructure
• Support the People team in aligning total rewards programs with broader People initiatives such as workforce planning, engagement, and retention 

Compliance, Reporting & Governance 

• Ensure compliance with compensation and pay transparency regulations across jurisdictions
• Lead compensation-related reporting and analyses including pay equity reviews and regulatory filings
• Partner with People Operations on compensation audits and data integrity
• Maintain policies and documentation related to total rewards programs 

 

QUALIFICATIONS 

• 7–10+ years of progressive experience in compensation or total rewards
• Demonstrated expertise in both cash and equity compensation programs
• Experience partnering with People Operations or HRIS teams to operationalize rewards programs
• Strong analytical capabilities with experience in compensation modeling and benchmarking
• Deep understanding of compensation compliance including FLSA, pay transparency laws, and pay equity frameworks
• Proven ability to influence leaders and partner cross-functionally in high-growth environments
• Strong project management and program design capabilities 

 

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE 

• Experience in high-growth technology, aerospace, or venture-backed companies
• Familiarity with compensation survey platforms and HRIS tools (Radford, Pave, Rippling, etc.)
• Experience with equity administration platforms (Carta, Shareworks, etc.)
• Professional certifications such as CCP, GRP, or CEP
• Experience supporting compensation programs through multiple stages of company growth 

 

COMPENSATION  

• Base Salary: $140,000 - $190,000
• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave 

 

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education and experience. 

 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS 

• Work Location: this role will be fully onsite at our Long Beach, or Centennial office, or remote, with flexibility to travel between sites regularly.
• Work environment is in a standard office, working at a desk or in a production factory. 

 

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

True Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity on any basis protected by applicable state and federal laws. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us.