Scrum Master / Space Communications Program

Peraton•Greenbelt, MD

1d•$104,000 - $166,000•Remote

About The Position

Peraton is seeking a Scrum Master to join their team at the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland, supporting the Space Exploration Network Services and Evolution (SENSE) contract. This is a remote position for a candidate within commutable distance to the Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC) in Greenbelt, MD. The candidate may commute periodically to GSFC and travel to other NASA locations as needed. The Scrum Master will lead Agile ceremonies, support the setup and maturation of Agile processes, and guide teams transitioning from traditional Waterfall methodologies to Agile frameworks. This role requires strong communication skills, hands‑on experience with multiple version control tools, and the ability to work effectively with cross‑functional engineering teams.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field and 10 years of experience; Master's degree and 7 years of experience.
Security clearance - this position requires the candidate to be able to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance and to maintain the clearance thereafter. You must be a US Citizen and show proof of citizenship.
Demonstrated experience setting up Agile frameworks and leading transitions from Waterfall
Professional experience as a Scrum Master or Agile facilitator
Experience with version control systems: Git, GitHub, Subversion
Strong communication, problem‑solving, and organizational skills

Nice To Haves

Scrum Master certification (CSM, PSM, SAFe, etc.)
Experience supporting government or defense programs
Experience working with multi‑disciplinary engineering teams
Proficiency or familiarity with multiple software languages including FORTRAN, ADA, C/C++, and Python

Responsibilities

Establish, implement, and refine Agile practices across the team and program
Lead Agile ceremonies (daily standups, sprint planning, retrospectives, backlog grooming)
Coach teams transitioning from Waterfall to Agile, ensuring smooth adoption of new workflows
Partner with product owners and stakeholders to maintain well‑prioritized backlogs
Identify and remove impediments to ensure consistent team progress
Track and report progress using industry-standard Agile metrics
Collaborate with engineering teams using diverse software languages and toolchains
Promote continuous improvement and team collaboration