Job Overview
We are excited to announce an opportunity for a seasoned Software Development Project Manager/Product Owner to spearhead our dedicated team working on the COSMIC software application. COSMIC is a crucial tool designed to monitor Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) utilized at NASA’s Johnson Space Center (JSC). The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in steering complex, work order-driven projects and demonstrate significant expertise in Agile project management methodologies. This role necessitates direct collaboration with NASA and various prime contractors to ensure timely delivery of enhancements and ongoing support for the COSMIC application.
Key Responsibilities
As the Project Manager/Product Owner for COSMIC, your primary responsibilities will include:
- Leading and guiding the COSMIC development team in executing enhancements and solutions for GFE tracking at NASA and JSC.
- Serving as the chief liaison between internal teams and external partners, including NASA and prime contractors.
- Collaborating closely with NASA/JSC clients to gather requirements, manage expectations, and communicate project progress.
- Translating high-level customer requirements into actionable Epics and Issues for the development team.
- Overseeing daily operations and setting team priorities within an Agile project management framework.
- Ensuring that project objectives, deliverables, and timelines are met with efficiency.
- Preparing and presenting project updates to both internal leadership and NASA management.
- Participating in regular on-site meetings at Johnson Space Center as necessary.
- Acting as an internal quality control measure for the project.
- Managing project scope and adjustments as they arise.
- Engaging in weekly management meetings with the client to discuss progress, challenges, and strategic planning.
- Reporting on project success criteria, metrics, testing, and deployment management activities.
- Providing consistent status updates concerning project milestones, deliverables, dependencies, risks, and issues, ensuring transparent communication with both the client and internal leadership.
Required Skills
- Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience.
- At least 3 years of experience in product or project management roles, particularly in software development.
- Profound understanding of Agile methodologies and work order-driven processes.
- Familiarity with GitLab for project management is essential.
- Proven track record in leading cross-functional teams within a fast-paced environment.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, capable of effectively presenting to high-level stakeholders.
- Experience with NASA or government contracting is preferred.
- Knowledge of cloud-based software development processes is advantageous.
- U.S. Citizenship is required due to the nature of NASA contracts.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively lead a fully remote team.
- Self-motivated and proactive.
- Experience deploying cloud-native solutions on GCP (preferred) and/or AWS is a plus.
Qualifications
The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field along with a minimum of 5 years of project management experience, including at least 3 years in software development roles. Familiarity with managing cross-functional teams and utilizing Agile methodologies is crucial for success in this position.
Career Growth Opportunities
Joining our team offers an invaluable opportunity to enhance your project management acumen while engaging with prominent industry partners, particularly in the government contracting space. You will gain significant experience in cloud-native solution deployment, positioning you favorably for future career advancement.
Compensation And Benefits
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Competitive salary
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life and disability insurance
- Paid time off
- 401(k) plan
Flexible scheduling and remote work opportunities are available to promote a healthy work-life balance.
Additional Information
Due to the sensitive nature of our work with NASA, all candidates must be U.S. citizens and successfully complete a U.S. government background investigation.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and we base employment decisions solely on individual merit and qualifications. We do not discriminate against any team member or applicant based on race, creed, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, disability, age, genetic information, military service, marital or domestic partner status, parental status, pregnancy, or any other legally protected status.
Employment Type: Full-Time
