Technical Program Manager, Optical Payload Software – TeraWave
Core
Lead end-to-end software development for optical payload and ground terminals, driving cross-functional execution from concept through delivery for high-bandwidth satellite communications.
Role type
Senior Technical Program Manager (Optical Payload Software)
Builds
Flight software and manufacturing test software for free-space optical communication terminals
Domain
Aerospace / Satellite Communications / Optical Engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
Software program management, Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) management, Cross-functional technical integration, Risk mitigation, Budget forecasting, Requirements decomposition
Preferred skills
Laser communication terminals, Lidar, Electro-optical systems, Space/aerospace/defense software, Agile/hybrid methodologies
Technologies
MS Project, Smartsheet
Responsibilities
Own end-to-end planning and execution for optical payload software; Define and maintain integrated master schedules; Lead program reviews (PDR, CDR, TRR); Serve as technical integrator across software, optical, mechanical, and electrical disciplines; Align stakeholders across software engineering, systems engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
