Engineering Manager, Software (Modeling and Simulation)
Core
Lead a team of modeling and simulation engineers to develop high-fidelity physics-based models and digital twin capabilities for spacecraft design, testing, and operations.
Role type
Senior Engineering Manager, Software (Modeling and Simulation)
Builds
High-fidelity physics-based models, digital twin capabilities, and simulation tools for spacecraft systems
Domain
Aerospace / Defense / Space Systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
People leadership, technical strategy, architectural review, team roadmap planning, resource allocation, stakeholder management, hiring and retention, performance management, conflict resolution, process improvement
Preferred skills
Managing distributed/hybrid teams, full product lifecycle management, complex multi-quarter initiative delivery, agile methodologies, spacecraft flight dynamics, mission design, GNC algorithms, digital twin development, space domain awareness, proximity operations, constellation management, product management partnership, resource planning
Technologies
Physics-based modeling frameworks, simulation validation tools, spacecraft system modeling tools
Responsibilities
Provide technical direction on modeling architecture and validation strategies; Review and approve technical designs and architectural decisions; Define modeling standards and best practices; Define and own the team roadmap; Translate organizational strategy into actionable team objectives; Prioritize work and allocate resources; Manage dependencies and coordinate cross-functional delivery; Track and communicate team progress and risks; Build, grow, and lead a team of engineers through recruiting and development; Provide direct people management including 1-on-1s and career development; Foster a culture of technical excellence; Develop individual contributors into technical leaders; Facilitate knowledge sharing and documentation practices