Head of Software Engineering

Technical Leadership

Define and drive the software engineering vision, architecture, and roadmap across all space vehicle programs

Provide hands-on technical leadership in embedded systems, BSP development (bootloaders, device drivers, RTOS bring-up), and communications software

Oversee software design and implementation for spacecraft comms subsystems including SpaceWire, MIL-STD-1553, CCSDS, and RF data link protocols

Own the software architecture for Command & Data Handling (C&DH) systems and mission-critical flight software

Champion software quality, reliability, and compliance with applicable standards (DO-178B/C, NASA-STD-8739.8, or equivalent)

Drive hardware/software co-design and integration with electrical, systems, and mechanical engineering teams

People & Organizational Leadership

Build, grow, and retain a high-performing software engineering organization across multiple disciplines and experience levels

Hire, mentor, and develop engineering managers and senior/staff engineers into future technical leaders

Foster a culture of engineering excellence, psychological safety, and continuous improvement

Define career development frameworks, leveling guidelines, and performance standards for the software engineering team

Partner cross-functionally with Program Management, Systems Engineering, and Operations to deliver on commitments

Strategy & Execution

Own software program execution — schedules, milestones, risk identification, and mitigation across all active programs

Represent software engineering in customer briefings, program reviews, and executive leadership meetings

Contribute to business development and proposal efforts — defining software technical approaches and resource estimates for new pursuits

Drive make/buy decisions, toolchain investments, and software development process improvements at scale

Build and maintain technology partnerships with key vendors, tool suppliers, and industry partners