Space Force - Release Train Engineer

ACARA Solutions and our client in Scottsdale, AZ have a contract to direct hire position available

• Experience with Space/Ground Systems, hybrid-cloud enterprise solutions, and large-scale program integration.

• Manage and optimize the flow of value through the Agile Release Train (ART) using JIRA, Confluence, and customizations we build in the Power BI dashboard.
• Establish and communicate the annual Iterations and Program Increments (PIs) calendars.
• Facilitate PI Planning readiness by fostering a Continuous Exploration process that drives the synthesis of a Vision, a Roadmap, and Backlogs through pre- and post-planning events.
• Contact with the Deputy Program Manager of Engineering (DPME) and other professionals within the Engineering department and with project teams across the company.
• Coordinate across subcontractors, tasks, and priorities.
• Developing mitigation plans to maintain schedule and program requirements.
• Develop overall RTE planning with the customer and key engineering functions.

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Science or Engineering or Mathematics.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience with Space/Ground Systems, hybrid-cloud enterprise solutions, and large-scale program integration.

• Creative thinker with demonstrated success leading the software development life cycle.
• Collaborative team player eager to provide technical leadership and position others for success.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with a notable record of securing buy-in on concepts and ideas.
• Skilled in negotiation and able to meet challenging customer requirements with win-win solutions.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others.

Additional Information:

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check and a drug screen.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be needed to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the necessary employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
• Under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), all employees assigned to this client must provide documentation verifying their status as a 'U.S. Person,' as defined in ITAR clause 120.15. A U.S. Person is a protected individual under the anti-discrimination provisions of U.S. immigration laws.