Senior Space Ground Systems Software Manager

Space Dynamics Laboratory

North Logan (UT)

On-site

USD 159,000 - 201,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking an experienced advanced career Software Program Manager to lead the development and sustainment of complex software systems supporting satellite ground operations in our Strategic & Military Space Division. The role blends technical leadership, stakeholder communication, and agile delivery to ensure high-reliability software for national security missions.

The candidate will drive delivery practices across cross-functional teams, remove impediments, and

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in technical engineering, computer science, information systems, or related field.
15+ years with a bachelor’s, or 13+ years with a master’s.
10+ years in software program/project management, 5+ years in DoD/DoW programs.
Experience applying Agile/Scrum/Kanban in a complex technical environment.
Proven cross-functional leadership of software teams through iterative delivery.
Strong ground system architecture and satellite operations knowledge.
Ability to travel up to 25% and obtain active U.S. government clearance.

Responsibilities

Lead cross-functional software teams delivering TT&C, mission planning, automation, and data processing.
Manage lifecycle from concept to operations with scope, schedule, budget, quality, security, and mission goals.
Facilitate planning, reviews, retrospectives, backlog refinement, and alignment with stakeholders.
Partner with Product Owners and sponsors to set priorities and delivery outcomes.
Serve as servant leader to remove impediments and improve flow of value.
Track risks, issues, dependencies, change control, and status reporting to leadership.