[Hiring] Senior Manager, DEVOPS Engineer @Parsons Corporation

Role Description

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

• 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

Qualifications

• 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

Requirements

• 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 Top Secret SCI security clearance is required for this position.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) plan
• Life insurance
• Flexible work schedules
• Holidays to fit your busy lifestyle