Ground Software & Systems Manager

Position Title: Ground Software & Systems Manager Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting Direct Hire Ground Software & Systems Manager opportunity located in Berkeley, CA. Job Responsibilities: Mission Operations and Ground Systems Engineering Ultimately responsible for maintaining both the hardware and software that connects the Mission Operations Center to third-party ground station networks around the world. Supervises and maintains the Ground Station facility (hardware and software). Advanced Software Programming (e.g., C, C++, Python, etc.) Performs the most complex and advanced software programming in the Mission Operations System Develops custom unique code, or code that integrates software tools with commercial or government-furnished tools. Oversees two-way encryption with space assets. Systems Design and Development Designs, develops, modifies, and evaluates software and supporting hardware for functional areas that are highly complex and have broad, mission-wide impact. Helps maintain and evolve the multi-mission Mission Operations Center, as well as the Backup Mission Operations Center Program and Partner Support Supports the flight mission's Program Manager, Systems Engineer, and Mission Operations leads at meetings with NASA and subcontractors as the lead presenter. Travels for troubleshooting of hardware and software systems as required. NASA and Mission Collaboration Supports all NASA reviews and ongoing meetings with spacecraft partners (across all missions) as the subject matter expert on Mission Operations System ground systems. Technical Oversight and Compliance Works with spacecraft management to meet technical requirements within schedule and budget. Revises the design and verification as needed. Provides all design and verification data to NASA for integration with the spacecraft Job Qualifications: Expert-level, system-architect knowledge of full-stack software design, development, and integration in real-time mission operations or comparable high-availability environments Proven leadership in resolving anomalies at the intersection of software, hardware, and systems integration in a real-time operational environment Experience leading operations where continuous availability (“up-time”) is a critical performance metric Experience with IT infrastructure management and architecture, including containers (e.g., Docker), virtualization, cloud vs. on-prem tradeoffs, and failover strategies Demonstrated ability to supervise technical staff, set work objectives, and manage project deliverables Advanced degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training Job Details: Direct Hire Location: Berkeley, CA Salary Range: $135 – 263k/year ITAR obligations are associated with this role, U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a) (1), (3) is required. About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.