Technical Task Lead – DoD SATCOM Software Systems

## Technical Task Lead – DoD SATCOM Software Systems Apply locations:
El Segundo, California time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R2124787
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* Title:

** Technical Task Lead – DoD SATCOM Software Systems
*** Belong. Connect. Grow. with K !
*** K  is seeking a proactive and technically fluent
** Technical Program Manager (TPM)
** with experience in DoD Agile software acquisition, particularly in satellite communications (SATCOM) systems. This TPM will lead cross-vendor coordination and capability integration efforts for managing SATCOM Systems. You will partner closely with DoD stakeholders, technical leads, and contractor development teams to scope new capabilities, allocate work streams, and ensure that software products meet mission objectives and enterprise architecture standards.
** This role supports the Space Force’s Space Systems Command through the MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (MSEIT) contract.
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* Key Responsibilities:

**** 1. Capability Discovery & Product Scoping
*** Lead early-stage product discovery efforts to identify operational gaps in SATCOM management and monitoring systems.
* Work with stakeholders and users to define capability needs and high-level functional requirements.
* Inform initial vendor allocation decisions and technical feasibility assessments for new product lines.
** 2. Program Management & Cross-Vendor Coordination
*** Oversee the execution of multiple concurrent software products across heterogeneous Agile development teams (prime and subcontractor vendors).
* Ensure work is prioritized based on mission-critical objectives and aligned with the overall enterprise SATCOM roadmap.
* Track product delivery milestones, identify risks, and facilitate issue resolution across vendor teams.
** 3. Cross-Functional Technical Alignment
*** Coordinate across platform, systems engineering, cybersecurity, and software architecture teams to integrate SATCOM management capabilities.
* Ensure compliance with DoD operational standards, security requirements, and the Software Acquisition Pathway.
* Facilitate architecture and platform alignment reviews to mitigate integration risks.
** 4. Agile Execution Oversight
*** Support Agile planning and delivery across vendor-led development teams, including backlog alignment, sprint execution tracking, and product increment reviews.
* Guide teams in refining technical stories to reflect mission use cases, performance metrics and end-user needs.
* Champion transparency across cross-functional teams by managing dependencies and maintaining alignment on product goals.
** 5. Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
*** Act as the program-level point of contact for DoD stakeholders, including operators, planners, and leadership.
* Communicate technical progress and product value in terms that resonate with diverse stakeholder groups.
* Host integrated demos and feedback loops to align product development with operational expectations.
** 6. Continuous Improvement & Innovation
*** Evaluate new opportunities for integrating analytics, visualization, and data fusion tools to improve SATCOM management capabilities.
* Promote an Agile, feedback-driven development culture with an emphasis on continuous improvement and user-centric design.
** Why Join Us?**
* ** Innovative Projects:
** K ’s work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.
* ** Collaborative Environment:
** Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.
* ** Impactful Work:
** Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.
** Work Environment:**
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* Location:

** On-site
* ** Travel Requirements:
** None
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* Working Hours:

** Standard
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* Required Qualifications:

*** Ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance
* Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, information systems, or related field
* 8+ years of experience in technical management, product management, or systems engineering in a DoD environment
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