Program Manager, Secure Space Data Systems
Core
Lead the development, demonstration, and productization of secure data-handling capabilities for satellite platforms, owning program execution and transition to funded flight programs.
Role type
Senior hands-on technical program manager (space/defense)
Builds
Cryptographic hardware carriers, hardware-in-the-loop (HITL) testbeds, end-to-end encrypted data-path demonstrations
Domain
Space systems, national security, secure communications
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Program management of complex hardware/software systems, hands-on electrical/embedded systems engineering, space/defense/aerospace program experience, board-level hardware development ownership, testbed/HITL campaign leadership, secure communications concepts (Type 1 encryption, key management)
Preferred skills
Active TS/SCI clearance, NSA Type 1 cryptographic unit integration, SDA/NRO/USSF Space Systems Command experience, embedded firmware/FPGA development, classified proposal development support, PMP certification
Technologies
FPGA, embedded firmware, HITL testbeds, Type 1 encryption hardware
Responsibilities
Own integrated master schedule, cost baseline, and risk register; drive design reviews, hardware build/integration, and test campaigns; run weekly program cadence and make decisions with incomplete information; own security/compliance posture including ITAR/EAR export controls; contribute directly to system architecture, trade studies, and design analysis; partner with technical leads on decision-making; support active proposal efforts with technical artifacts and cost/schedule inputs
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC