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Deputy Program Manager

Utah State University Space Dynamics Laboratory
United States, Utah, North Logan
May 17, 2025
Deputy Program Manager: Software Engineering Subject Matter Expertise Program Job ID: 4001 The Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking a Deputy Program Manager (PM) to help lead an SDL team to provide overall system integration support for a complex military development program with our C4ISR Division. The government is developing a new satellite control and data management system for a family of surveillance satellites. SDL is on contract to evaluate the software products delivered by the government's prime contractor and to understand what they are being sold and how to improve it. To accomplish this, SDL builds hands-on experience with the customer's in-development software and other technologies available to deliver the customer's required capabilities. The primary duties of the Deputy PM sought will be customer coordination, SDL team coordination, and support to lead PM on all management activities. Coordination with the customer and team is summarized as seeking to understand written and unwritten customer objectives, working with the program technical team to design engineering activities that will meet customer objectives, and working with the technical team to report their efforts in a way the customer can directly apply them to advance their objectives. The scope of all management duties includes program costs and funding, schedule of SDL engineering efforts, and technical content and context of SDL efforts. The ideal candidate will: Have experience coordinating with government customers to identify, decompose, and meet requirements Have experience executing government software development programs at SDL in a management or engineering role Have a desire to build a career in Program Management at SDL This position will be based in North Logan, UT. The Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (C4ISR) Systems Division delivers mission-critical solutions, specializing in cyber operations, information architecture, strategic deterrence, and ISR. Our division's commitment to innovation and security enables us to provide critical solutions across defense, intelligence, and national security. Join our team and contribute to the next generation of defense technologies. Roles and responsibilities associated with this position: Works in collaboration with the lead PM to: Understand and address customer needs and issues, usually by direct interface Develop and nourish a strong partner relationship with the customer program management and engineering leadership teams Ensure the SDL technical team has clear deliverables, with clear deadlines, aligned with customer objectives Assemble and direct SDL resources toward execution of the contract Identify, track, avoid, and mitigate risks Trade issues of scope, approach, cost, and schedule This position requires occasional short-term travel. Generally, travel is infrequent, is within the US, and is for short durations (less than 1 week). Desired attributes: Passionate about: understanding and satisfying customer requirements discovering, building, and nurturing collaborative alignment of stakeholder objectives delivering operational capability Collaborative management style, both internally and externally Comfortable working with multiple teams in collaborative, facilitative, and service roles Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree (Masters preferred) in a technical or business field - with demonstrated applicability to the program description and position roles/responsibilities provide above Five or more years' experience as a technical team leader - with demonstrated ability to organize and manage a team of personnel, develop project schedules, and control team resources to meet deadlines Demonstrated ability to understand complex technical issues, translate them to workable tasks, and guide technical discussions and decisions Desire to pursue a career in Program Management at SDL Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance Ability to travel as described above Preferred Qualifications: Active security clearance Bachelor's degree (Masters preferred) in software engineering Salary Range $78,000-$132,000 Salary commensurate based on education and experience This range serves as a general guideline and may vary based on factors such as role, level, location, market conditions, and individual qualifications, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The range displayed in the job advertisement reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries across all US locations. Specific salary details for a candidate's preferred location can be provided by the recruiter or HR manager during the hiring process. Why Join SDL?* SDL offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. Visit our Benefits Page* to learn more about what we offer. SDL supports a variety of missions, including NASA's vision to reveal the unknown for the benefit of humankind and the Department of Defense's aim to protect our nation on the ground, in the air, and in space. Our sensors, satellites, software systems, and science and engineering play an essential role in some important missions you've heard of, and others that you haven't. Join our team in our seventh decade of delivering mission success. At SDL, we uphold a culture of respect, collaboration, empowerment, and accountability. We listen with open minds, seek to understand diverse perspectives, and engage in thoughtful dialogue. We work together by sharing knowledge, involving others, and offering support. We trust and empower our team members to take ownership, act with integrity, and be accountable. Above all, we deliver on our commitments to each other and to our mission partners. For questions, assistance, or accommodation with the application process or the DoD SkillBridge program, please contact employment@sdl.usu.edu.