University of California, Berkeley
Ground Software & Systems Manager – Mission Operations (0346U), Space Sciences L
University of California, Berkeley, Berkeley, California, United States, 94709
Ground Software & Systems Manager – Mission Operations (0346U), Space Sciences Laboratory - #81263
Position overview: Lead the Mission Operations Team in SSL to operate multiple NASA science spacecraft, manage ground systems, and ensure robust and secure communications with ground station networks worldwide. You will oversee SSL’s ground operations technology, partner with NASA’s TDRSS and Deep Space Network, and guide the software stack that drives world-class space science.
Responsibilities
Mission Operations and Ground Systems Engineering: Maintain hardware and software that connects the Berkeley Mission Operations Center to third-party ground station networks; supervise the Berkeley Ground Station facility (hardware and software).
Advanced software programming: Experience in languages such as C, C++, Python; perform the most complex software programming tasks in the Mission Operations System at SSL.
Develop custom code for SSL or integrate SSL software tools with commercial or government-furnished tools.
Oversee two-way encryption with space assets.
Systems Design and Development
Design, develop, modify, and evaluate software and supporting hardware for highly complex, mission-wide systems.
Maintain and evolve the multi-mission Mission Operations Center at SSL and the Backup Mission Operations Center on the main campus.
Program and Partner Support
Support the flight mission's Program Manager, Systems Engineer, and Mission Operations leads at NASA and subcontractor meetings as the lead presenter.
Travel for troubleshooting of hardware and software systems as required.
NASA and Mission Collaboration
Support NASA reviews and ongoing meetings with spacecraft partners as the subject matter expert on Mission Operations System ground systems.
Supervise at least 2 FTE, including professional engineers, technicians, and students.
Technical Oversight and Compliance
Work with spacecraft management to meet technical requirements within schedule and budget.
Revise design and verification as needed; provide design and verification data to NASA for integration with the spacecraft.
Required Qualifications
Expert-level, system-architect knowledge of full-stack software design, development, and integration in real-time mission operations or equivalent high-availability environments
Proven leadership in resolving anomalies at the intersection of software, hardware, and systems integration in real-time operations
Experience leading operations with continuous availability as a critical 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 objectives, and manage project deliverables
Advanced degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of the latest software and hardware advances to maintain a competitive edge in the field.
Education/Training
Post-graduate level coursework in related areas preferred.
Salary & Benefits For information on the comprehensive benefits package, visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website. The posted budgeted salary range for this position is $175,000 - $210,000. This is an exempt, full-time, on-site role at UC Berkeley - Space Sciences Laboratory, with full UC benefits.
How To Apply To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.
Other Information
This is not a visa opportunity.
Conviction History Background: This position requires fingerprinting and a background check.
SB 791 and AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure: Final candidates must disclose certain misconduct-related information as part of the employment process.
Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status. See the UC EEO policies and posters for details.
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Responsibilities
Mission Operations and Ground Systems Engineering: Maintain hardware and software that connects the Berkeley Mission Operations Center to third-party ground station networks; supervise the Berkeley Ground Station facility (hardware and software).
Advanced software programming: Experience in languages such as C, C++, Python; perform the most complex software programming tasks in the Mission Operations System at SSL.
Develop custom code for SSL or integrate SSL software tools with commercial or government-furnished tools.
Oversee two-way encryption with space assets.
Systems Design and Development
Design, develop, modify, and evaluate software and supporting hardware for highly complex, mission-wide systems.
Maintain and evolve the multi-mission Mission Operations Center at SSL and the Backup Mission Operations Center on the main campus.
Program and Partner Support
Support the flight mission's Program Manager, Systems Engineer, and Mission Operations leads at NASA and subcontractor meetings as the lead presenter.
Travel for troubleshooting of hardware and software systems as required.
NASA and Mission Collaboration
Support NASA reviews and ongoing meetings with spacecraft partners as the subject matter expert on Mission Operations System ground systems.
Supervise at least 2 FTE, including professional engineers, technicians, and students.
Technical Oversight and Compliance
Work with spacecraft management to meet technical requirements within schedule and budget.
Revise design and verification as needed; provide design and verification data to NASA for integration with the spacecraft.
Required Qualifications
Expert-level, system-architect knowledge of full-stack software design, development, and integration in real-time mission operations or equivalent high-availability environments
Proven leadership in resolving anomalies at the intersection of software, hardware, and systems integration in real-time operations
Experience leading operations with continuous availability as a critical 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 objectives, and manage project deliverables
Advanced degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of the latest software and hardware advances to maintain a competitive edge in the field.
Education/Training
Post-graduate level coursework in related areas preferred.
Salary & Benefits For information on the comprehensive benefits package, visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website. The posted budgeted salary range for this position is $175,000 - $210,000. This is an exempt, full-time, on-site role at UC Berkeley - Space Sciences Laboratory, with full UC benefits.
How To Apply To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.
Other Information
This is not a visa opportunity.
Conviction History Background: This position requires fingerprinting and a background check.
SB 791 and AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure: Final candidates must disclose certain misconduct-related information as part of the employment process.
Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status. See the UC EEO policies and posters for details.
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