Software Project Manager

Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you! We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA's pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASA's largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States. We have an exciting opportunity for a Software Project Manager to join the team.

Building on more than four decades of experience in providing innovative integration solutions for government and commercial space programs, Barrios offers an extensive range of engineering, software, and related technology integration services in support of the aerospace community. As a woman-owned and operated small business, we are a people-focused company that supports professional development, while working to ensure that you maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Barrios employees actively participate in the growth of the commercial spaceflight industry through our partnerships with companies leading commercial space development, as well as successfully supporting NASA as our primary government customer. Our long history supporting Low Earth Orbit (LEO) on the International Space Station, and now Commercial LEO, lays the groundwork for future missions to the Moon through our work on Orion, Gateway, and the Space Launch System.

The Software Project Manager will:

Oversee activities related to the software development, design, test and delivery of system and subsystem software components
• Drive Project Success by utilizing your project management expertise to oversee performance, scope, schedule, budget, risk, and change management throughout the project lifecycle
• Manage Change and Innovation by performing change assessments, support change boards, and manage software modifications and design for sustaining
• Build High-Performing Teams to address emerging requirements, ensuring standardized processes and resource alignment across the project
• Develop and Maintain Schedules by creating project schedules and resource plans to capture every step of the project lifecycle, ensuring timely and efficient execution
• Ensure the creation of impactful artifacts by planning and reviewing essential project deliverables, such as requirements documents, verification and validation documents, architecture definition documents and test documents
• Creating planning documents, status reports, and project briefs, to keep stakeholders informed and aligned
• Proactively Manage Risks by identifying, assessing, and implementing mitigation strategies to minimize risks and keep projects on track
• Facilitate Collaboration to organize and document project team meetings, fostering collaboration and alignment among stakeholders
• Conduct Assessments by coordinating and performing thorough project evaluations to ensure goals are being met and identify opportunities for improvement
• Strategize and Innovate by participating in management planning to optimize operations, set ambitious yet achievable goals, and redefine objectives to align with organizational priorities
• Support Excellence by continuously looking for ways to improve processes, increase efficiency, and drive innovation
• Additional Responsibilities may be assigned as needed to support organizational and project objectives
• Reviewing software development and test schedules (both GFE and Maxar) to ensure integration points are aligned
• Help identify specific scope that is included in the software drops and track progress toward those deliveries
• Track the phased PPE emulator/simulator delivery from Maxar and work with the JSC test facilities (GRAIL, ESTL, FOD) on the capabilities of those deliveries, and the update schedule aligns with the L2 Verification plan
• Work with the labs and Maxar to resolve any disconnects
• As the project transitions into a Verification phase, participating in the review of software VCNs and helping to resolve any potential issues with the test methodology, or analysis or results

This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS:

• Typically requires a minimum of a bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Information Technology, or equivalent experience in a related field
• Normally possess 5-10 years of related experience
• License and certification may be required
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• A combination of advanced education and relevant experience will be considered

PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS:

• At least 5 years of software development, operations and sustaining experience
• At least 5 years of progressive experience in project management, with a proven track record of delivering complex projects successfully. (Additional relevant education may be substituted for a portion of the experience.)
• Strong understanding of Project Management principles, CMMI, VersionOne, and software change management processes (preferred)
• Requisition Preferences:
  • Experience in hardware/software development, systems engineering, or project management in the Aerospace industry
  • Certifications like PMP, Scrum Master, or similar

Essential Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen and successfully complete a U.S. government background investigation
• Post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol as outlined in our Drug Free Workplace policy
• Work may involve sitting for extended periods
• May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs
• Must have sufficient mobility to enter areas of test facilities where necessary
• Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task
• Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, fax, etc.)
• Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical
• Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements when required
• Must be able to work in a team atmosphere
• Must put forward a professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation
• Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others
• This position may require some commuting and traveling to other installations as needed

Don't miss out on this great opportunity; for immediate consideration, apply now!

Barrios Technology is a drug-free workplace, which is imperative to the health and safety of all employees and is required as a condition of receiving contracts from federal agencies. Please remember that regardless of the legalization of marijuana in several states, possession and use continues to be illegal under the federal Controlled Substances Act. This includes the use of some CBD products. A post-offer, pre-employment drug test is a condition of employment.

Barrios Technology is an Equal Employment Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.