Principal Product Owner, Network Management

What We’re Looking For:

• Seeking a Principal Product Owner for our Bumblebee program
• Responsible for managing multiple activities and projects, including those with cross-functional teams
• To support a mission-critical Ground Segment infrastructure for government satellite operations
• To guide ground-system capabilities and support Satellite and Ground Network Management initiatives
• To ensure seamless integration across the end-to-end space-to-ground architecture

About the Role

Work collaboratively to support the product vision, roadmap, and priorities for the Bumblebee ground segment in alignment with mission objectives.

Responsibilities

Translate strategic goals into actionable product plans and capability roadmaps.

Lead end-to-end integration of satellite, ground segment, and network management systems to ensure seamless space-to-ground operations.

Own the product backlog, ensuring clear prioritization, refinement, and alignment with mission-critical timelines and technical dependencies.

Partner with engineering, systems, and operations teams to deliver resilient, scalable ground infrastructure and network management capabilities.

Ensure compliance with government, security, and mission assurance requirements across all product deliverables.

Coordinate with program management, systems engineering, cybersecurity, and operations teams to resolve complex technical challenges.

Serve as a key interface between technical teams and executive stakeholders, providing clear communication on progress, risks, and trade-offs.

Monitor system performance and operational metrics, using data to inform continuous improvement and capability enhancements.

Support lifecycle activities including requirements definition, architecture evolution, testing, deployment, and sustainment of ground and network systems.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering, mathematics, or science required; advanced degree preferred

10+ years of U.S. Government (USG) program/project management experience, preferably supporting Department of Defense (DoD) and/or Intelligence Community (IC) satellite or ground segment programs

5–7 years of engineering or technical foundation experience sufficient to credibly lead multidisciplinary teams and engage in informed program-level trade discussions

Demonstrated experience as a Product Owner or similar role delivering complex ground segment, satellite communications, or network management systems in a government or defense environment

Demonstrated experience managing programs using Scaled Agile (SAFe) or hybrid delivery frameworks

Strong understanding of end-to-end space systems architecture, including satellite operations, ground infrastructure, and network integration

Proven ability to translate strategic objectives into prioritized backlogs, technical requirements, and executable roadmaps

Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to engage senior leadership and clearly convey technical trade-offs, risks, and program status

Be able to analyze a situation or problem, generate effective solutions, and see those solutions through to completion

Must possess the creativity and resourcefulness needed to make reliable decisions and determine methods on new assignments

Can thrive in a dynamic environment by handling multiple tasks and managing shifting priorities

Proactive in sharing knowledge you’ve learned with others

Qualifications

Experience with national security space programs or classified environments, including familiarity with DoD or IC mission requirements

Background in satellite network management, ground system automation, or software-defined infrastructure for space operations

Knowledge of modern DevSecOps practices and agile frameworks applied to complex aerospace or defense systems

Skills

Experience with national security space programs or classified environments, including familiarity with DoD or IC mission requirements

Background in satellite network management, ground system automation, or software-defined infrastructure for space operations

Knowledge of modern DevSecOps practices and agile frameworks applied to complex aerospace or defense systems

Benefits

Base Pay Range: $140,000 - $190,000 USD

Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors and this range represents an estimate of compensation at the time of posting.

Base salary is only one part of our compensation package for this role. You may also be eligible for company stock and annual bonus.

Employee benefits also include medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage; 401(k) retirement plan options; paid time off and paid holidays; paid parental leave; and other discounts and perks.

Iridium is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.