Engineering Program Manager

Responsibilities: Drive end-to-end integration of cloud-native software releases with physical network implementation across global ground stations Synchronize hardware development cycles with firmware and software milestones for device certification with OEMs and chipset partners Navigate trade-offs between terrestrial roaming and non-terrestrial network performance standards Resolve ambiguity between software, network operations, and external satellite operators to maintain 99.9% service availability Define and track critical path dependencies for multi-continent deployments, including regulatory and infrastructure milestones Partner across teams to clarify requirements and drive decisions on resource allocation during high-stakes launch windows Establish scalable post-launch retrospectives to transform bottlenecks into automated deployment workflows Manage high-leverage risks related to global spectrum coordination and hardware supply chains to prevent slippage

Key requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field 5+ years managing complex engineering programs integrating cloud-native software with physical infrastructure or telecommunications hardware Proven ability to synchronize SDLC with hardware testing and network deployment milestones Deep understanding of network implementation constraints including spectrum coordination or ground station operations Experience navigating device certification processes and 3GPP standards with chipset makers or OEMs History of managing high-stakes vendor and satellite operator partnerships to hit launch dates Expertise in adapting agile practices to long-lead physical infrastructure projects Analytical skills to identify and resolve systemic bottlenecks across cross-functional teams Judgment to balance rapid software iteration with reliability of a live global network Experience aligning engineering requirements with business objectives in fast-paced settings Expert level experience with JIRA cross-functional collaboration strong stakeholder management analytical problem solving cloud-native software SDLC synchronization hardware and firmware integration