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Product Manager (Mission Planning Operations/Ground Terminal Management)

Sphinx Defense
Location
El Segundo, CA
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Program Management
Salary
$190,000 - $215,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 8+ years of experience in software product development
  • Experience with satellite command and control, telemetry, or RF terminals
  • Experience leading product execution across Agile software development teams
  • Strong understanding of operator workflows and mission needs
  • Ability to translate complex requirements into actionable software features
  • Experience owning product backlogs and feature roadmaps
Nice to have
  • Familiarity with cloud-based development tools like AWS, GitLab, Jira
  • Experience working with government or highly technical end users
  • Ability to navigate dependencies across multiple teams
What the job really is

As a Product Manager at Sphinx, you will lead product direction for mission planning and ground terminal software, focusing on satellite control and telemetry. Your role involves acting as the primary user advocate, translating user needs into software features, and managing product backlogs across Agile development teams. You will collaborate closely with engineering and program leadership to ensure that product priorities align with user needs and broader program goals.

Benefits
  • Base salary between $190,000 - $215,000
  • Equity ownership
  • Profit sharing
  • Employer 401(k) contribution
  • 100% employer covered medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your dependents
Things to weigh
  • Position requires approximately 30% travel
  • No specific mention of remote work flexibility beyond travel requirements
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