My client builds and operates a diverse range of small satellite systems supporting space-based turnkey missions for several business applications. In addition to various science and exploration applications, this includes earth observation, communications, in-orbit demonstrations, and risk reduction opportunities.
They are seeking a motivated and hands-on Technical Project Manager to help manage software projects across their flight and ground systems. You'll work to ensure timely and efficient delivery of high-quality software that enables spacecraft operations. This role will focus on day-to-day projects, coordinating schedules, balancing workloads, and prioritizing tasks.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Manage and oversee flight software and ground software projects.
Work closely with software, hardware, test, and satellite operations teams.
Help resolve any cross-departmental issues or blockers.
Act as a point of contact for customers, ensuring software development progress aligns with their expectations and timelines.
Support the team in responding to and resolving anomalies during all phases of a mission. Ensure timely patching and updates for on-orbit systems.
Assess and adjust project priorities based on business and technical needs.
Help the team maintain focus and manage workload effectively, ensuring tasks are correctly scoped and resourced.
Assist in refining internal processes to balance innovation with structured project management. Driving toward better time estimates and resource allocation.
Build consensus and facilitate collaborative planning, ensuring all stakeholders are aligned on project goals, timelines, and deliverables.
Take and digest actions from working meetings and assign and track their completion.
Create an environment where team members feel heard and valued in decision-making processes.
Required Skills & Experience
At least 5 years of experience working in software development or software project management.
Strong understanding of software engineering concepts and project workflows.
Demonstrated experience working in an R&D environment where rapid iteration is common.
Strong interpersonal skills to manage distractions and refocus teams.
Experience leading cross-functional teams and collaborating across departments.
Proven track record of resolving conflicts within teams, particularly in high-stress, tight-deadline environments.
Demonstrated ability to remain calm and solution-oriented under pressure.
Empathetic leader who understands the challenges engineers face and motivates the team with patience and professionalism.
Experience interpreting contracts and how those business requirements affect engineering.
Willingness to occasionally work hands-on with development units in a lab setting.
Comfortable using git and GitLab, and familiarity with the merge request flow.
Knowledge of Odoo is a plus.
Preferred Experience
At least 3 years of working primarily as a software engineer.
Previous experience in the space industry.
Strong familiarity with Linux, including architecture, build processes, and shell.
Familiarity with embedded C or C++, especially RTOS.
Understanding of the TCP/IP stack and layer model.
Familiarity with Django or general full stack web patterns.
Experience with relational and time series databases.
Experience with ground telemetry architectures.
Experience developing and maintaining secure ground data infrastructure.
Salary
$120,000 - $150,000
Note: This position requires access to export-controlled commodities, technical data, technology, software, and services. U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 22 CFR §120.15 and 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3) is required.