Spacecraft Software Project Manager

Impulsespace; Redondo Beach (CA); On-site; USD 165,000 - 235,000; Full time

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Job summary

Impulse Space is seeking a Technical Project Manager (Software) to drive planning, coordination, and execution of software development across multiple spacecraft programs. You will partner with Flight Software, Ground Software, GNC, Avionics, and I&T teams to ensure deliverables meet schedules and milestones.

The role requires 5+ years in software/embedded tech, 2+ years in technical PM, and strong communication.

Qualifications

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain integrated software development schedules across Flight Software, Ground Software, and other software teams.
• Define software deliverables, priorities, and track progress against schedules with engineering leads.
• Coordinate software activities across multiple spacecraft programs, balancing priorities and dependencies.
• Identify critical-path activities, risks, and cross-functional dependencies affecting delivery.
• Facilitate software planning activities including sprint planning and milestone reviews.
• Coordinate software integration, verification and validation to ensure testing time before milestones.
• Communicate progress and risks to engineering leadership and program stakeholders.
• Improve project management processes, tools, and reporting for visibility.

Job description

Impulse Space is seeking a Technical Project Manager (Software) to drive planning, coordination, and execution of software development across multiple spacecraft programs. You will partner with Flight Software, Ground Software, GNC, Avionics, and I&T teams to ensure deliverables meet schedules and milestones.

The role requires 5+ years in software/embedded tech, 2+ years in technical PM, and strong communication.