Iridium Satellite, LLC

Design and deliver critical ground segment software managing full software lifecycle and stakeholder communication. | Bachelor's degree and 8+ years experience in software development with Python, Java, Linux, plus security clearance and US citizenship. | Company Overview Iridium is an award-winning and innovative satellite communications company with bragging rights to the only network that offers voice and data connectivity anywhere in the world. For over 20 years, Iridium’s unique network and services have supported critical communications needs for individuals, businesses, and the evolving Internet of Things. At Iridium, we understand the importance of staying connected and the limitations of traditional communications networks. People across the globe, including first responders, humanitarians, global militaries, scientific researchers, and lone workers, as well as ships, aircraft and remote operations all rely on Iridium to stay connected. We take our responsibility for providing these essential communications very seriously and pride ourselves on offering a reliable lifeline when needed. Likewise, Iridium is committed to providing an exciting and innovative workplace, where employees are challenged to think outside the box and collaborate on new, bold ideas and solutions. Our talented teams are passionate about their work and the impact our company makes around the world. Iridium fosters an empowering and inclusive culture that allows employees to genuinely be their best selves. We are looking for others who want to join this truly unique company that celebrates our employees and provides the opportunity to truly make a difference in the world. What We’re Looking For: Join us as a Senior Software Developer and help power the mission systems that keep national security space operations running. In this role, you’ll be responsible for identifying and autonomously implementing ideas and solutions as it relates to the design and delivery of mission‑critical ground segment software that connects satellites, ground networks, and operators in real time. You’ll be embedded in a National Security Missions team focused on full‑lifecycle ground architecture, working shoulder‑to‑shoulder with experts across software, systems, and operations. Every day, you’ll tackle complex, real‑world problems whose solutions directly influence mission outcomes and protect critical national interests. If you want to build cutting‑edge space technologies in a fast‑paced, high‑visibility environment where your work truly counts, this role puts you at the center of the action. This position requires an active Top-Secret/SCI Clearance (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active). What You’ll Do: Support the Design & Delivery of the Ground System: Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to design, build, and deploy a state-of-the-art, highly resilient Ground System. Support end-to-end development, from system architecture and software design to integration, test (I&T), and operational deployment. Support CI/CD & Deployment Strategy: Build, configure, and maintain CI/CD pipelines and build environments to ensure secure, consistent, and repeatable software deployments across mission networks. Manage Software Releases: Play a key role in planning, coordinating, and executing software releases, ensuring strict alignment with stakeholder timelines, program schedules, and budget constraints. Ensure Rigorous Process & COTS Integration: Adhere to and systematically refine established protocols for change control, risk management, prioritization, and COTS (Commercial-off-the-Shelf) integration. Contribute your technical depth to formalize robust build/test procedures and process documentation. Track & Trace Execution: Independently maintain accurate, up-to-date issue tracking, feature documentation, and project status across the development lifecycle utilizing Atlassian tools. Lead Technical Communication: Translate complex ground segment concepts into clear, concise briefings, documentation, and written reports tailored for both highly technical engineering teams and non-technical government stakeholders. Apply Technical Expertise: Provide timely, well-informed technical input within your area of expertise to support stakeholder inquiries, system development, and cross-functional efforts. Innovate & Solve: Autonomously identify and implement robust software solutions to overcome complex architectural challenges, delivering secure, customer-driven mission capabilities. What You’ll Need to Succeed: Required Qualifications Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related engineering discipline 8+ years of hands-on software development experience, with a strong focus on network-level or systems-level programming Proficiency in Python and Java, with demonstrated ability to write production-grade code in both languages Strong experience working in Linux-based environments, including Bash shell scripting for automation and system administration Hands-on experience with RESTful APIs, HTTP protocols, WebSockets, and log aggregation/analytics tools such as the ELK stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana) or equivalent Working knowledge of both relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB) Proven track record of delivering software within Agile-based development teams Ability to design, implement, and maintain comprehensive unit and integration test suites, contributing effectively across the full software development lifecycle Ability to comprehend and work from detailed technical documentation, specifications, and architecture diagrams Professional Skills & Attributes Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate products, deliverables, analyses, and technical issues to cross-functional teams and non-technical stakeholders A confident, relationship-oriented professional who builds trust and rapport easily with leadership, peers, and colleagues across the organization An analytical and creative problem-solver who can assess complex situations, think critically, and develop innovative, out-of-the-box solutions A proactive team contributor who actively shares knowledge, provides constructive feedback, and mentors others to elevate the team’s capabilities Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize your own workload—and potentially guide others—to consistently meet deadlines A continuous learner with a growth mindset, eager to expand your skill set and develop deep expertise across the full suite of System Performance and Analysis software Preferred Qualifications Experience in satellite operations ground segment environments, particularly in network management or packet-level data handling Familiarity with the Atlassian tool suite (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket) in a professional development setting Things That Would be Great if You Brought to the Table: Experience with Flight Dynamics, in the context of satellite missions, pertains to the function that determines, predicts, and controls a spacecraft’s orbit, attitude, and trajectory over its lifetime, including the maneuvers needed to achieve and maintain the desired flight path. Experience with Mission planning, in the context of satellite ground and space systems, is the set of processes, tools, and rules used to translate mission objectives into time‑ordered, constraint‑compliant timelines of spacecraft, payload, and ground activities (including data collection and routing opportunities) across the full mission lifecycle. Experience with Network Management pertains to continuously supervising and controlling all links and nodes across the space segment (LEO/MEO/GEO satellites and inter‑satellite links) and the ground segment (gateways, teleports, user terminals, terrestrial backhaul). Containerization & Orchestration: Kubernetes, Docker, Podman, ArgoCD CI/CD Pipelines & Artifact Management: GitLab, JFrog Artifactory, Bitbucket Additional Programming Languages: C++, TypeScript, Perl Data Formats & Query Languages: XML, JSON, SQL Web Technologies: js, Apache Web Server Security: Security vulnerability analysis and remediation procedures Project & Development Tools: Atlassian suite including Jira, Git, Crucible, and Confluence Architecture & Design Patterns: Microservices architectures and distributed system design Testing: Automated testing frameworks and test automation strategies Cloud Environments: Government (GovCloud) and commercial Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud environments We’ll also need you to: Must be a US Citizen Work Environment: This position primarily works in an office setting and is largely sedentary with the majority of the position working with a computer. The role typically requires the use of basic office equipment such as a phone, video, computer, keyboard, mouse, and printer. We believe in-person connection drives innovation, strengthens mentorship, and builds culture, while flexibility enables employees to do their best work. Under Iridium’s Hybrid Work Policy, employees are expected to work at least three days per week (approximately 60%) in an Iridium office to support collaboration, relationship-building, and professional growth. Additional Information This job description outlines the general nature and level of work for this role and is not a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Employees may be assigned additional responsibilities as needed. Base Pay Range: $120,000 - $160,000 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.

Lead integration, testing, and deployment of satellite ground segment infrastructure with CI/CD pipeline design and maintenance. | Bachelor's degree, 8+ years in complex system integration, active Top Secret clearance, and proficiency in Java, Python, and containerization. | Company Overview Iridium is an award-winning and innovative satellite communications company with bragging rights to the only network that offers voice and data connectivity anywhere in the world. For over 20 years, Iridium’s unique network and services have supported critical communications needs for individuals, businesses, and the evolving Internet of Things. At Iridium, we understand the importance of staying connected and the limitations of traditional communications networks. People across the globe, including first responders, humanitarians, global militaries, scientific researchers, and lone workers, as well as ships, aircraft and remote operations all rely on Iridium to stay connected. We take our responsibility for providing these essential communications very seriously and pride ourselves on offering a reliable lifeline when needed. Likewise, Iridium is committed to providing an exciting and innovative workplace, where employees are challenged to think outside the box and collaborate on new, bold ideas and solutions. Our talented teams are passionate about their work and the impact our company makes around the world. Iridium fosters an empowering and inclusive culture that allows employees to genuinely be their best selves. We are looking for others who want to join this truly unique company that celebrates our employees and provides the opportunity to truly make a difference in the world. Base Pay Range: $120,000 - $160,000 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. What We’re Looking For: We are seeking a Senior Integration and Test Engineer who will be responsible for identifying and autonomously implementing ideas and solutions as it relates to integrating, testing, and deploying mission-critical Ground Segment infrastructure for government satellite operations. If you are drawn to the technical rigor of space systems, this role places you at the center of a National Security Missions group dedicated to full-lifecycle ground architecture. You’ll work alongside a highly skilled, cross-functional team solving complex, real-world challenges that directly impact mission success and national security outcomes. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge space technologies in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment. This position requires an active Top Secret Security Clearance (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active). What You’ll Do: Provide technical leadership on all integration and test engineering activities, ensuring alignment with program goals, mission objectives, and quality standards. Lead end-to-end integration of satellite ground segment components, including command and control, telemetry processing, mission planning, hardware, software, and networking infrastructure. Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines to support automated build, test, and deployment of ground segment software across all environments. Oversee system testing and verification from requirements definition through test execution, ensuring all technical performance targets are met. Develop and execute integration test plans, procedures, and automated regression suites covering nominal and off-nominal operational scenarios. Design and manage software tools, simulators, and containerized test environments that replicate operational ground segment configurations. Troubleshoot and resolve complex integration issues through root cause analysis and corrective actions across software, network, and hardware boundaries. Partner with cross-functional engineering teams early in the design lifecycle to define interface control documents, test requirements, and ensure system testability. Create and maintain comprehensive documentation including integration plans, procedures, test reports, and traceability matrices. Mentor junior engineers on integration best practices, test automation frameworks, and DevOps methodologies within space ground systems. What You’ll Need to Succeed: Required Qualifications Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related engineering discipline 8+ years of hands-on integration and test experience with complex systems, including satellite ground segments, mission-critical software, or large-scale networked architectures. Programming languages such as: Java (Sprint Boot), Java-Script, Python, C++, Shell scripting Experience with Kubernetes / Docker / Podman / ArgoCD Familiarity with tools and software applications that support System Engineering and Integration, Verification, and Validation best practices Ability to design, implement, and maintain comprehensive unit and integration test suites, contributing effectively across the full software development lifecycle Professional Skills & Attributes Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate products, deliverables, analyses, and technical issues to cross-functional teams and non-technical stakeholders A confident, relationship-oriented professional who builds trust and rapport easily with leadership, peers, and colleagues across the organization An analytical and creative problem-solver who can assess complex situations, think critically, and develop innovative, out-of-the-box solutions A proactive team contributor who actively shares knowledge, provides constructive feedback, and mentors others to elevate the team’s capabilities Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize your own workload—and potentially guide others—to consistently meet deadlines A continuous learner with a growth mindset, eager to expand your skill set and develop deep expertise across the full suite of System Performance and Analysis software Preferred Qualifications Experience in satellite operations ground segment environments, particularly in network management or packet-level data handling Familiarity with the Atlassian tool suite (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket) in a professional development setting Things That Would be Great if You Brought to the Table: Experience with Flight Dynamics, in the context of satellite missions, pertains to the function that determines, predicts, and controls a spacecraft’s orbit, attitude, and trajectory over its lifetime, including the maneuvers needed to achieve and maintain the desired flight path. Experience with Mission planning, in the context of satellite ground and space systems, is the set of processes, tools, and rules used to translate mission objectives into time-ordered, constraint compliant timelines of spacecraft, payload, and ground activities (including data collection and routing opportunities) across the full mission lifecycle. Experience with Network Management pertains to continuously supervising and controlling all links and nodes across the space segment (LEO/MEO/GEO satellites and intersatellite links) and the ground segment (gateways, teleports, user terminals, terrestrial backhaul). Containerization & Orchestration: Kubernetes, Docker, Podman, ArgoCD CI/CD Pipelines & Artifact Management: GitLab, JFrog Artifactory, Bitbucket Additional Programming Languages: C++, TypeScript, Perl Data Formats & Query Languages: XML, JSON, SQL Web Technologies: Node.js, Apache Web Server Security: Security vulnerability analysis and remediation procedures Project & Development Tools: Atlassian suite including Jira, Git, Crucible, and Confluence Architecture & Design Patterns: Microservices architectures and distributed system design Testing: Automated testing frameworks and test automation strategies Cloud Environments: Government (GovCloud) and commercial Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud environments We’ll also need you to: Must be a US Citizen Work Environment: This position primarily works in an office setting and is largely sedentary with the majority of the position working with a computer. The role typically requires the use of basic office equipment such as a phone, video, computer, keyboard, mouse, and printer. We believe in-person connection drives innovation, strengthens mentorship, and builds culture, while flexibility enables employees to do their best work. Under Iridium’s Hybrid Work Policy, employees are expected to work at least three days per week (approximately 60%) in an Iridium office to support collaboration, relationship-building, and professional growth. Additional Information This job description outlines the general nature and level of work for this role and is not a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Employees may be assigned additional responsibilities as needed. Iridium is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

Develop and maintain mission software, data routing, and management applications, implement scalable cyber security architectures, and support AWS PaaS deployment and automation. | Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science or engineering, 8+ years software programming experience, U.S. citizenship, proficiency in Agile and mission planning. | Company Overview Iridium is an award-winning and innovative satellite communications company with bragging rights to the only network that offers voice and data connectivity anywhere in the world. For over 20 years, Iridium’s unique network and services have supported critical communications needs for individuals, businesses, and the evolving Internet of Things. At Iridium, we understand the importance of staying connected and the limitations of traditional communications networks. People across the globe, including first responders, humanitarians, global militaries, scientific researchers, and lone workers, as well as ships, aircraft and remote operations all rely on Iridium to stay connected. We take our responsibility for providing these essential communications very seriously and pride ourselves on offering a reliable lifeline when needed. Likewise, Iridium is committed to providing an exciting and innovative workplace, where employees are challenged to think outside the box and collaborate on new, bold ideas and solutions. Our talented teams are passionate about their work and the impact our company makes around the world. Iridium fosters an empowering and inclusive culture that allows employees to genuinely be their best selves. We are looking for others who want to join this truly unique company that celebrates our employees and provides the opportunity to truly make a difference in the world. What We’re Looking For: If you enjoy learning about and working with breakthrough technologies and are enthusiastic about working in the space industry, then you will be excited about the Senior Engineer opening with Iridium for a Space Development Agency (SDA) project. As the Senior Engineer within the Ground Systems Development team, you will be responsible for software development and maintenance for the Mission Software and supporting applications, while utilizing advanced knowledge of mission planning, data routing and management. Additionally, the Senior Engineer will identify and autonomously implement ideas/solutions within the larger development team to support cross-functional efforts across all areas of ground system software development. What You’ll Do: Develop and enhance software related to mission planning, data routing, and data management Develop high performing/scalable App Cyber Security architecture and implementation to meet the requirements of the SDA project Engage in cross-team DevOps, Ground and Constellation development to support AWS PaaS deployment environment and automation. Work within the Agile/Scrum framework for software development (Atlassian tool suite desired) Create or maintain build environments for software products Play a key role in planning and executing software releases per stakeholder/program schedules and budgets Update issue/feature data in Atlassian Project/Software tracking tools Follow existing Iridium processes for Change Control, Prioritization, Risk Management, COTS Management, Build and Test software deployments and use advanced knowledge to assist in development of process/procedure documentation materials Edit, structure and present data, concepts and arguments clearly and succinctly, through briefings and documentation Respond to questions within scope from stakeholders What You’ll Need to Succeed: Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, or other engineering discipline 8+ years software programming and/or support experience with mission planning and/or network management Understanding of mission planning, data routing and data management concepts Coding experience on Agile based teams Ability to comprehend technical documentation Have a positive attitude to take on ever increasingly complex development tasks. Passion for working in a team driven environment consisting of operators, software testers, senior developers, and system engineers. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey products, deliverables, analyses, and/or issues to groups outside of your team or those who are unfamiliar with the topic Have confidence and be able to easily build relationships with leadership and colleagues outside of your team Possess an analytical mindset, with the ability to understand a situation or problem and think critically to make decisions and come up with out-of-the-box solutions Be proactive in providing feedback and be enthusiastic in sharing your knowledge with others Capable of prioritizing your own tasks and potentially the tasks of others while making sure deadlines are met Proactivity in seeking out ways to continuously improve yourself and gain new knowledge, including the ability to learn the different software that make up the System Performance and Analysis software Things That Would be Great if You Brought to the Table: Experience with the following technologies: Design and implementation of Kubernetes / EKS / Docker / Podman / ArgoCD Design and implementation of RDS, VPCs, TGW, RedShift Design and implementation of CI/CD Pipelining (GitLab, JFrog Artifactory, BitBucket) Design and implementation of Kubernetes auto-deployment to AWS (Helm Charts) Linux based environments and bash shell scripting Possess AWS Solutions Architect Associate or Professional certification Python / Java / C++ / Type Script / Perl RESTful / HTTP / ELK or similar / WebSockets XML / JSON / SQL SQL (e.g., PostgreSQL) and NoSQL based DBs (e.g., Mongo) js / Apache Web Server Security Vulnerability Analysis and Procedures (CVE, TLS) Evaluate Fortify findings and determine response to the findings Evaluate SonarQube findings and determine response to the findings Assist in SW development response to security findings Atlassian management/software development tools: Jira / Git / Crucible / Confluence Micro services architectures Automated testing frameworks Gov and non-Gov Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud environments We’ll also need you to: Be a U.S. Citizen Work Environment: This position primarily works in an office setting and is largely sedentary with the majority of the position working with a computer. The role typically requires the use of basic office equipment such as a phone, video, computer, keyboard, mouse, and printer. We believe in-person connection drives innovation, strengthens mentorship, and builds culture, while flexibility enables employees to do their best work. Under Iridium’s Hybrid Work Policy, employees are expected to work at least three days per week (approximately 60%) in an Iridium office to support collaboration, relationship-building, and professional growth. Additional Information This job description outlines the general nature and level of work for this role and is not a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Employees may be assigned additional responsibilities as needed. Iridium is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.