Software Systems Architect Manager - Space Protection Programs
25037.5010
Apply to this job SPACE Until 9/10/2026 First posted June 23, 2026 Last posted July 12, 2026
Job description
What We’re Looking For
• Proven leadership experience in software engineering and systems execution in aerospace, defense, or other mission-critical environments
• Understanding of embedded systems, flight software, or safety-critical system development
• Strong systems engineering mindset with experience spanning software, hardware, and integration domains
• Hands-on experience with Agile execution at scale, including backlog management, release planning, and delivery governance
• Familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVM), program controls, and performance tracking
• Strong ability to coach, mentor, and build high-performing engineering teams
• Active Top Secret clearance
• Proven leadership experience in software engineering and systems execution in aerospace, defense, or other mission-critical environments
• Understanding of embedded systems, flight software, or safety-critical system development
• Strong systems engineering mindset with experience spanning software, hardware, and integration domains
• Hands-on experience with Agile execution at scale, including backlog management, release planning, and delivery governance
• Familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVM), program controls, and performance tracking
• Strong ability to coach, mentor, and build high-performing engineering teams
• Active Top Secret clearance
About this role
Summary
Lead software and systems teams in aerospace defense, manage projects, ensure safety and compliance, mentor staff, and coordinate with multiple domains.
Job title
Software Systems Architect Manager - Space Protection Programs
Experience level
senior level
Industry
aerospace
Location requirements
must be in space sector, remote possible
Salary
Not specified
Management role
Yes
Skills & keywords
Required skills
leadershipsoftware engineeringsystems executionembedded systemsflight softwareagileearned value managementprogram controlsperformance trackingmentoringtop secret clearance
Preferred skills
None specified
Specializations
embedded systemsflight softwaresafety-critical systemssystems engineeringagile
Locations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Unknown location
Remote