Job Description

Are you searching for meaningful work to solve critical communications challenges involving non-traditional missions for the U.S. Government?

If you're passionate about protecting the world from malicious cyber threats, we're looking for some like you!

The Space Systems Center (SSC) Program Area is seeking a SWIFT (Software (SW) Integrator, Facilitator, and Tester) Project Manager for the Evolved Strategic SATCOM (ESS) program.  You will coordinate with the sponsor, project team and program manager to lead APL’s team to ensure successful DevSecOps-based software Ground system development and integration efforts. Work will include connections with multiple government and industry partners within or outside the sponsor's program depending on the project lifecycle.

In this role for the Evolved Strategic SATCOM (ESS) Program, you will be a…

Project Manager (50%)

• Provide leadership and day-to-day management of task execution, working closely with the PM, APL’s SWIFT SW lead engineer, and the project technical team.
• Ensure that project efforts will align with DevSecOps activities and include Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) implementation oversight, Framework (FW) concept definition, SW trade studies, concepts of test and integration, and developing of prototype mission app capabilities.
• Work with the program financial manager and APL contracts to align project tasking with budget allocation, budget execution and the establishment of new/follow-on task assignments in coordination with the sponsor.
• Identify and delegate prioritized technical activities to your team to solve the sponsors’ challenges.

Technical Contributor (50%)

• Assess capabilities of Ground software systems throughout the development cycle.
• Shepherd a Ground software testing laboratory from concept to deployment.

• Ensure quality and technical rigor in all products delivered to stakeholders. Ensure quality APL products are delivered following the APL Quality Management processes, including developing Task Management Plans, Risk Assessments and Product Realization Plans.
• Serve as technical leader to the SWIFT team. Mentor junior contributors to ensure technical and professional growth.

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...

• Possess a B.S. degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• Have 10 or more years of experience in satellite communications and ground system development
• Have experience with DevSecOps SW development
• Possess strong written and oral communications skills
• Are willing and able to support periodic travel up to 25%
• Are able to report to daily work location at the Los Angeles Field Office in El Segundo, California
• Hold an active Secret security clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.
• Can demonstrate that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. To ensure the safety and well-being of the community, APL has established a policy requiring that all staff be vaccinated against COVID-19. All staff members must provide proof of full vaccination or have an approved medical or religious accommodation by their start date. 

You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...

• Have 15 or more years MILSATCOM experience
• Possess experience and/or in-depth knowledge of the eXtended Data Rate (XDR) waveform and associated ground systems and terminals

Why work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

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