Product Development Process Engineer (Part-Time)

Role Overview

Psionic is implementing Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI) ML2 across its software development processes as part of a NASA‑sponsored contract. This role will drive the creation of a structured, compliant software qualification framework that closes existing process gaps, establishes an Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) approach, and supports progression toward NASA Class A/B qualification standards. A key responsibility is translating CMMI policies, procedures, and artifacts into Psionic's Stage Gate Development Process, ensuring both frameworks operate cohesively across engineering disciplines.

Primary Responsibilities

• CMMI & Stage Gate Integration
  • Review Psionic's Stage Gate process and recommend modifications to ensure CMMI alignment.
  • Map CMMI documentation, workflows, and artifacts into the Stage Gate lifecycle.
  • Collaborate with Psionic's CMMI certification consultant to ensure compliance.
  • Conduct a comprehensive CMMI ML2 gap analysis across internal processes.
• Process Development & Documentation
  • Develop Psionic's Organizational Software Development Process Procedure.
  • Create templates and plans including: Software Development Plan, Software Assurance Plan, Verification & Validation Plan, Software Qualification Plan.
  • Perform peer reviews of all developed documents.
  • Map and analyze the existing software development lifecycle to identify improvements.
  • Introduce foundational software engineering practices aligned with CMMI ML2.
• Training & Team Enablement
  • Provide training on CMMI concepts, compliance expectations, and best practices.
  • Support weekly CMMI sprint meetings and maintain Confluence and Jira CMMI spaces.
• CMMI Infrastructure & Automation
  • Develop an approach for AI‑driven automation of CMMI workflows.
  • Create traceable, auditable documentation across software, mission assurance, V&V, and organizational processes.
  • Build an automated infrastructure roadmap to streamline implementation.
  • Design and test AI agents to automate process steps.
  • Train Psionic staff on the automated workflows.
  • Continuously refine internal processes to maintain alignment with CMMI principles.
  • Support preparation activities for the formal CMMI assessment.

Education & Qualifications

• Must be eligible to work in the United States.
• Must be able to pass a pre‑employment background check.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering (Master's preferred).
• 10+ years of experience in engineering process development and implementation; CMMI and Stage Gate experience strongly preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively.