Contribute to the Technical Roadmap and support the design, implement, and operate the Ground Resource Manager (GRM) and Flight Management System (FMS) software components required to meet the SDA PWSA (Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture) mission objectives
Lead collaborative efforts and initiatives with the Mission Management team to develop ground software components founded upon modern industry standard platforms, languages, and deployment techniques
Prioritize software development objectives within the Iridium-defined Agile/Scrum framework
Plan and execute software releases, providing input into stakeholder/program schedules and budgets
Provide technical and analytics support to stakeholders to promote informed decision making
Leverage experience to assist in ground system operations process/procedure/training documentation and identify technical training needs
Deliver constructive, meaningful feedback and proactively offer guidance and knowledge-sharing
Collaborate cross-team with stakeholders to define technical roadmaps, identify and mitigate technical risks, and remove barriers to success
Interface with operations team to obtain user feedback and update software accordingly
Interface with customer explaining the status of GRM/FMS software development

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or related field OR equivalent relevant experience in lieu of degree
10+ years of relevant experience in the Aerospace industry, specifically associated with the development and operation of complex Satellite Ground Systems
Breadth of knowledge in satellite operations, mission planning, and satellite subsystem
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey products, deliverables, analyses, and/or issues clearly and confidently
Ability to analyze a situation or problem, generate effective solutions, and see those solutions through to completion
Creativity and resourcefulness needed to make reliable decisions and determine methods on new assignments
Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment by handling multiple tasks and managing shifting priorities
Be proactive in sharing knowledge you’ve learned with others

Principal Ground Systems Development Engineer, Product Owner

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