Rocket Lab is looking for a driven Flight Software Technical Project Manager, to be based out of our HQ in Long Beach, CA. This role will work with a team of engineers on Rocket Lab’s flagship efforts to deliver on program milestones related to Space-to-Space Communications, Space-to-Ground Communications, Payload Software, and Data Security. The successful candidate will have prior experience managing software development efforts for embedded systems and government programs. Knowledge of secure network systems is a must have, with RF and spacecraft experience being an additional benefit. This role will report to the Senior Manager, Business Operations. Responsibilities include managing the software development and integration of routers, radios, and laser communication devices on a constellation of spacecraft; managing suppliers and subcontractors to successfully develop and test an integrated system; interfacing directly with subcontractors, consultants, and internal engineering teams to develop and maintain roadmaps, product development plans, provide progress updates, and meet project delivery milestones; designing and developing simulation and test approaches for constellation networking; defining KPIs for contractors and internal development teams; setting the battle rhythm for subcontractors to provide feature drops to the overall program; developing and maintaining staffing plans with senior leadership; planning major integration points and testing between teams; leading software teams agile ceremonies including Increment Planning, Stakeholder reviews, and retrospectives/backlog refinement; driving best practices for collecting feedback and implementing improvements; and developing and maintaining software development standards and procedures to ensure that all software deliverables are of the highest quality and meet customer requirements. Qualifications include U.S. citizenship, a Bachelor’s degree plus 8 years industry experience in computer science, software engineering, aerospace engineering or similar technical discipline, 3+ years of experience with project management and interfacing with external contractors, thorough understanding of network software and software development lifecycle and agile methodologies including Scaled Agile (SAFe), experience using Jira, experience with systems engineering methods, and ability to obtain SECRET clearance. Additional nice-to-have qualifications include active SECRET or TS/SCI clearance, Master’s degree, experience with SDA NEBULA architectures, Cyber Security controls, encryption, leading agile teams, project management qualifications, proficiency with project and engineering management tools, experience with Docker, Kubernetes, DevSecOps, ability to work under pressure, and excellent communication skills. The role requires specific vision abilities and physical ability to commute to buildings. Salary and benefits are competitive and include base salary, company equity, medical, dental, vision, paid vacation and holidays, parental leave, disability and life insurance, 401(k) with company match, and other perks.