Remote Project Owner/Manager for Software Development

Job Overview

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Software Development Project Manager/Product Owner to spearhead our development team dedicated to the COSMIC software application. The COSMIC application plays a crucial role in tracking Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) at NASA’s Johnson Space Center (JSC). The successful candidate will possess a strong background in overseeing intricate, work order-oriented processes and will have practical experience with Agile project management methodologies.

Key Responsibilities

As the Project Manager/Product Owner for COSMIC, you will:

• Lead and direct the COSMIC development team in providing enhancements and solutions for NASA and GFE tracking at JSC.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between internal teams and external stakeholders, including NASA and other prime contractors.
• Collaborate extensively with NASA/JSC customers to gather requirements, manage expectations, and provide updates on project status.
• Convert high-level customer requirements into comprehensive Epics and Issues for the development team to execute.
• Oversee the daily operations and team priorities in an Agile project management context.
• Ensure effective adherence to project goals, deliverables, and timelines.
• Prepare and deliver project updates to internal leadership and NASA management.
• Participate in regular on-site meetings at Johnson Space Center as necessary.
• Act as a quality control check for the project internally.
• Manage project scope and adapt to changes as they occur.
• Engage in weekly management meetings with the client to discuss updates, challenges, and future planning.
• Report on project success criteria, metrics, testing, and deployment management activities.
• Provide clear status updates concerning project milestones, deliverables, dependencies, risks, and issues to both the client and internal leadership.
• Occasionally attend meetings at JSC in Houston, TX, while retaining the flexibility to work remotely.
  
  

Required Skills

• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and work order-driven processes.
• Experience with GitLab for managing projects.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of presenting effectively to high-level stakeholders.
• Familiarity with cloud-based software development processes is advantageous.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively lead a fully remote team.
• Self-motivated and self-directed.
• Experience deploying cloud-native solutions on GCP (preferred) and/or AWS.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in product or project management roles, especially within software development.
• Preferred experience working with NASA or government contracting.
  
  

Career Growth Opportunities

This role not only offers the chance to lead a talented team but also provides significant professional development opportunities through hands-on experience in project management and exposure to government contracting, particularly with NASA.

Company Culture And Values

We are committed to fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment where innovation and teamwork are central to our mission. Our team values clear communication and effective collaboration with high-level stakeholders.

Compensation And Benefits

We provide a competitive salary alongside a comprehensive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan. Flexible scheduling and telework options are available to promote your work-life balance.

Employment Type: Full-Time