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Our mission is simple and ambitious: redefine space-for people, systems, and missions in every domain. Umbra’s ecosystem operates through three business units: Remote Sensing (the data), Space Systems (the components), and Mission Solutions (the platforms). Together, our teams develop capabilities that deliver persistent access, resilient performance, and mission-ready solutions, advancing U.S. space leadership while keeping the world safe and informed.\nAbout the Team\nMission Solutions - The Platforms\nMission Solutions builds on Umbra’s expertise in remote sensing and spacecraft operations to engineer platforms purpose-built for U.S. and allied defense and intelligence missions. Whether it’s a custom payload, a full-stack spacecraft, or the infrastructure behind an entire constellation, our team delivers secure, resilient systems tailored to exacting requirements and built on timelines that match the urgency of the mission.\nIf you want to work on cutting-edge space technology that’s redefining what’s possible in remote sensing, you belong here at Umbra.\nAbout the Job\n Umbra is seeking a Systems Engineering Manager to lead the Mission Solutions Systems Engineering group. This individual will oversee the engineers who architect, design, build, test, and operate Umbra's advanced satellite and space mission technology.\nAs Systems Engineering Manager, you will collaborate with systems, hardware, and software teams, along with senior technical leadership, to drive the development of new technologies while fostering the growth and success of a talented engineering team. You will provide functional leadership through coaching, mentoring, performance management, career development, and workforce planning, helping engineers grow both technically and professionally.\nThe Systems Engineering Manager will lead our mission architects, mission designers, and systems engineers throughout the program lifecycle-from early concept and mission definition through delivery to our customers. You will partner closely with Program Management and technical leadership to ensure alignment across technical execution, program objectives, and team development, enabling successful mission outcomes.\nThis position is based on-site in either our Arlington, VA office or Reston, VA office.\nKey Responsibilities\nEstablish & maintain systems engineering technical excellence within Mission Solutions.\nLead, contribute, and support the systems engineering group through the full program lifecycle.\nContribute and review proposal submissions for accuracy in technical content.\nFunctional management of technical staff includes:\nCoordinating and reporting on departmental efforts.\nConducting regular one-on-one meetings and performance reviews.\nGuiding the professional development and career planning of mission solutions engineers.\nManage workload, assignments, support, and conflict resolution for team members.\nEnsuring compliance with legal regulations, security standards, and company policies.\nIdentifying opportunities for process improvements and implementing changes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.\nProgram staffing forecasts and recruiting:\nCollaborate with stakeholders on headcount planning and hiring.\nWork closely with project and technical leads to understand the scope of work, ensuring high-quality and efficient execution.\nDevelop resource basis of estimates for proposals and department growth.\nUse agile practices to support sprint planning, track progress, and manage individual performance.\nOther professional duties as assigned.\nRequirements\nRequired Qualifications\nBachelor's Degree in engineering or a related STEM field.\n8+ years of professional experience in systems engineering or a related field, with 3+ years of professional experience in direct personnel management.\n3+ years of professional experience in space mission systems engineering.\n3+ years of professional experience managing complex technical projects from planning through execution.\nDemonstrated experience leading engineering teams, including hiring, performance management, career development, succession planning, workload allocation, and accountability for technical quality and schedule performance.\nExcellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate across cross-functional teams.\nAbility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance. Applicants must be U.S. citizens to obtain and maintain a security clearance.\nDesired Qualifications\n10+ years of professional experience in systems engineering or a related field, with 7+ years of experience in direct personnel management.\n5+ years of professional experience managing complex technical projects from planning through execution.\n5+ years of experience in space mission systems engineering.\nAbility to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative, and dynamic environment.\nExperience with agile project management practices and tools, such as scrum, SAFe and Jira.\nExperience with traditional project management practices and tools, such as critical path analysis, resource loading and MS Project.\nExperience with the full program lifecycle including systems engineering, software, and hardware deliverables. \nBenefits\nFlexible Time Off, Sick, Family & Medical Leave\nMedical, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD, STD (employer funded)\nVol Life, Critical Illness, Accidental, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance (employee funded)\n401k with 3% non-elective company contribution\nStock Options\nFree parking\nFree lunch in office daily\nUmbra is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions requiring an active U.S. Government security clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.\nEmployment Eligibility Verification\nIn compliance with federal laws, all hired persons will be required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) upon hire.\nITAR/EAR Requirements\nThis position may include access to technology and/or data that is subject to U.S. export controls pursuant to ITAR and EAR. To comply with federal export controls, all persons hired must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, refugee or asylee as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), or must otherwise be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or U.S. Department of Commerce as applicable.\nPay Transparency\nThis job posting may cover multiple career levels. To ensure greater transparency, we provide base salary ranges for all roles, regardless of location. Our standard pay ranges are based on the role’s function and level, benchmarked against similar growth-stage companies. Compensation may vary based on geographical location, as certain regions may have different cost-of-living factors. 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