Program Chief Engineer

About the role

Quindar is looking for a senior technical leader to drive engineering execution of complex satellite ground systems programs. The Program Chief Engineer will integrate mission software, platform infrastructure, reliability, security and integration activities while serving as the primary technical liaison with customers.

Key responsibilities

• Lead technical execution for commercial and government space programs, ensuring architectural cohesion and mission success.
• Coordinate alignment across engineering teams, resolve cross‑system risks, and support anomaly investigation.
• Contribute to technical strategy, system design, and architecture for mission operations platforms.
• Participate in proposal development, technical reviews, and customer engagements.

Required profile

• 8+ years developing, integrating, or operating aerospace or mission‑critical software systems.
• Experience with satellite ground systems, command and control, or flight dynamics tools.
• Strong understanding of software architecture, systems integration, and operational reliability.
• Active U.S. security clearance (TS/SCI preferred, S required) and ability to meet ITAR requirements.

Required skills

• Satellite ground systems
• Mission operations software
• Distributed software systems
• Software architecture
• Systems integration
• Operational reliability

What we offer

• Unlimited PTO plus 15 mandatory days off and US federal holidays.
• Quarterly health & wellness benefits and 100% health insurance coverage for employees.
• 4% 401(k) matching.
• Annual 4‑day company offsite.