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Our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV. We serve millions of customers with offerings ranging from satellite to streaming services and global to personal networking solutions.

Hughes Network Systems, LLC, an EchoStar Company, (Hughes) is a leading provider of satellite and managed network services utilizing innovative network technologies and solutions to serve mobility, enterprises, and governments globally. Hughes plays a critical role in delivering reliable aeronautical and maritime connectivity services that power passenger experience and operational communications worldwide.

EchoStar has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Software Development Manager in our Hughes Network Systems division. This role will oversee and shape the software development teams responsible for aviation and mobility connectivity services, including in‑flight connectivity (IFC) platforms and ground‑based systems that support aircraft operations. Leveraging extensive experience in software development and people management, this role will guide the end‑to‑end delivery of software systems that operate in high‑availability, safety‑aware, and revenue‑impacting aeronautical environments, including stringent requirements for reliability, scalability, latency, and operational continuity, while aligning technical execution with business objectives and service‑level commitments to airline and mobility customers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project & Delivery Management
  • Oversee the full software development lifecycle for aviation mobility services, from architecture and design through deployment, certification readiness, and operational support
  • Manage delivery across multiple concurrent initiatives, ensuring alignment with customer-specific programs, operational readiness timelines, and service availability requirements
  • Allocate resources effectively across developers, QA engineers, and cross‑functional partners to meet program milestones and operational commitments
• Software Architecture & Integration
  • Work closely with engineering teams to ensure software components integrate efficiently across onboard aircraft systems, ground infrastructure, and cloud platforms
  • Guide the implementation of APIs, microservices, and CI/CD pipelines that support distributed, aircraft‑to‑ground communication architectures
  • Enforce software architecture best practices to ensure scalability, resiliency, and maintainability in mission‑critical aviation systems
• Technical Guidance & Engineering Excellence
  • Provide technical leadership and architectural guidance, making informed decisions on technology stacks, system design, and development methodologies suitable for high‑reliability aviation environments
  • Ensure adherence to disciplined engineering practices across the full software and hardware development lifecycle, including design reviews, code reviews, testing, and release readiness
• Product & Stakeholder Collaboration
  • Collaborate with product managers, program teams, and operational stakeholders to understand airline, passenger, and aviation operational requirements
  • Translate mobility and aviation service requirements into actionable technical roadmaps, development plans, and delivery milestones aligned with business priorities
• Reliability, Testing & Operational Readiness
  • Establish and maintain reliability processes for aviation mobility services, including automated testing, integration testing, and operational validation under realistic flight and network conditions
  • Ensure systems meet defined service‑level objectives (SLOs) and support continuous availability across a global fleet
• Risk Management & Performance Measurement
  • Identify technical and delivery risks associated with aviation connectivity platforms, including integration, scalability, and operational risks, and develop mitigation strategies
  • Define and track KPIs related to delivery performance, service availability, incident trends, and operational effectiveness
  • Use data‑driven insights to drive continuous improvement across engineering processes and system performance
• Team Leadership
  • Lead and mentor software development teams focused on delivering aeronautical and mobility connectivity platforms, fostering a culture of technical excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement
  • Establish clear goals, expectations, and performance objectives for team members, and conduct regular performance and development assessments

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field
• 5 years of experience managing software engineering teams delivering complex, production‑grade systems
• 5 years of experience in a technical lead role designing and architecting distributed and cloud‑based systems
• Prior experience partnering with product, program, and operations teams in enterprise or regulated environments

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field preferred
• Experience supporting aviation, mobility, or mission‑critical connectivity platforms
• Strong knowledge of engineering practices across the full development lifecycle, including coding standards, source control, build pipelines, testing, and release management
• Industry certifications related to project management, software development, or leadership
• Experience with agile development practices and tools such as Scrum or Kanban
• Exceptional problem‑solving, prioritization, and decision‑making skills
• Knowledge of ML frameworks or data‑driven systems used for operational insights and performance optimization
• Strong ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders, including operational and leadership teams

Visa sponsorship not available for this role

We offer versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan; all benefits can be viewed here: EchoStar Benefits.

The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, and competencies; compensation is based on the role's location and is subject to change based on work location.

Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check. Our company is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. We are dedicated to providing individuals with criminal or arrest records a fair chance of employment in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.

The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.

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