Senior Manager, DEVOPS Engineer

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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for a talented Senior Manager, DEVOPS Engineer to join our growing team!

What You'll Be Doing:

• Leading operational deployment and O&M of mobile satellite ground systems and direct satellite downlink capabilities
• Monitoring live satellite downlinks and end-to-end image processing pipelines to enable rapid, AI-driven detection and product delivery
• Developing scripts and tools to automate processing, reduce latency, and optimize satellite tracking and collection timelines
• Serving as a deployable GEOINT and space ISR operator for U.S. and coalition customers in lab, operational, and forward environments
• Managing or supporting teams performing passive RF and space domain awareness missions for GEO satellite detection, characterization, and tracking
• Designing and refining GEOINT, remote sensing, and AI/ML-enabled exploitation workflows that integrate semi-automated tools into analyst-driven processes

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Active Secret security clearance
• 10+ years of progressive experience in GEOINT, remote sensing, imagery analysis, or related geospatial disciplines, including operational support to U.S. Government missions
• Hands-on experience with direct satellite downlink, ground station operations, and space domain awareness or passive RF capabilities
• Demonstrated SAR and EO imagery exploitation expertise in support of ISR missions
• Proficiency with GIS and remote sensing tools such as ArcGIS Pro/Desktop, ERDAS IMAGINE, ENVI, and QGIS
• Practical experience with AI/ML-enabled imagery workflows, including CNN model testing, validation, and integration into production

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Earth Sciences, Geography, GIS, Remote Sensing, or a related technical field (GIS-focused coursework strongly preferred)Experience serving as a Program Manager, Technical Lead, or Architect for GEOINT or space ISR systems
• Background supporting space surveillance, reconnaissance, and tracking initiatives (e.g., U.S. Space Force SRT or similar)
• Experience with maritime surveillance and object detection, including near-real-time ship detection workflows
• Familiarity with AGI STK for orbit simulation and imaging/downlink feasibility analysis
• Experience with Python scripting and DevOps practices (CI/CD, containerization, infrastructure-as-code) in operational ISR environments
• Exposure to photogrammetry and terrain tools such as SOCET SET or similar systems

Security Clearance Requirement:
An active Secret security clearance is required for this position.

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what's next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: $112,200.00 - $196,400.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee's wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest-APPLY TODAY!

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