Space Software Program Manager: Lead IPT, Deliver Programs

TalentHammer

Camarillo (CA)

On-site

USD 140,000 - 190,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

TalentHammer is seeking a Senior Software Program Manager in Camarillo, CA to lead software-intensive space programs. You will own software program execution across the lifecycle, coordinate IPTs, and drive cost, schedule, and technical performance.

The role emphasizes integration of software, systems, hardware, and firmware with strong emphasis on Agile, EVMS, and risk management. Candidates should have eight+ years in software development or management, with experience in aerospace/defense

Qualifications

BS in Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering or related field is desirable.
Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in software development, software engineering management, technical project/program leadership, or development of complex aerospace/defense systems.
Experience managing software development schedules, requirements, integration, verification/validation, releases, risks and cross-functional dependencies.
Familiarity with spiral/iterative development, Agile/Scrum sprint methods, DevSecOps and CI/CD practices is desired.

Responsibilities

Manage program cost, schedule and technical performance according to budget and customer requirements.
Lead the Integrated Product Team (IPT) through matrix management of Software, Systems, Hardware Engineering, Operations, Quality and Finance resources.
Own software program execution across the development life cycle, including requirements, architecture/planning, implementation, integration, verification/validation, release and sustainment activities.
Work with software leadership to establish development plans, sprint/release objectives, milestones, staffing needs, dependencies and completion criteria.
Monitor software execution using appropriate development methods and metrics, including Agile/Scrum sprints, iterative/spiral development, backlog/burndown, DevSecOps and CI/CD practices as applicable.
Coordinate software, firmware, FPGA and hardware dependencies and drive timely resolution of integration issues, technical risks and schedule conflicts.
Manage customer engagement and communication during program execution, including software status, risks, recovery plans and technical/programmatic tradeoffs.
Develop program and risk plans over the program life cycle, from proposal through delivery.
Develop overall program plans and work breakdown structures (WBS) in coordination with Engineering and Operations.
Develop program budgets for labor, material and other direct costs.
Provide monthly Earned Value Management System (EVMS) updates in coordination with program finance.
Provide program status including cost and schedule, software/hardware progress, contractual submittals, risks and action items.
Coordinate internal gated design/program reviews and customer design reviews including EQSR, PDR, CDR and MRR/TRR.
Conduct regular executive program reviews and ensure timely closure of program activities.
Support bids and proposals by generating management proposals, statements of compliance, schedules and cost estimates.