Scrum Master (U.S. Space Force - Digital Engineering)

Scrum Master (U.S. Space Force - Digital Engineering) Los Angeles, CA Job Details Full-time $143,000 - $153,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account Paid holidays Paid time off Retirement plan Qualifications Jira Project team coordination Stakeholder engagement SAFe Kanban Workflow management (operations management method) Military Secret Clearance Training material drafting Communication platforms Digital transformation Bachelor's degree Continuous improvement Confluence Microsoft Teams Certified Scrum Master Agile software development Productivity software Senior level Cross-functional collaboration 2 years Backlog management Communication skills SAFe Certification Stakeholder management Full Job Description Why Sabel Systems Sabel Systems Technology Solutions, LLC is a digital engineering and Defense technology partner helping organizations simplify complexity and improve mission outcomes through secure, scalable solutions across the lifecycle. Our people-first culture blends large-business opportunity with small-business agility, enabling us to deliver high-impact, secure solutions, rapidly while investing in our people's growth and success. You will be joining a dynamic and highly motivated team with one shared goal: "Get quality and secure solutions in the customers' hands as soon as possible." Why This Role Matters Sabel Systems is seeking a Scrum Master to aid Agile Digital Transformation for the Digital Engineering Integrated Product Team (IPT) aligned to our Space Force customer in El Segundo, CA. This role plays a critical part in supporting the Agile Coach and Release Train Engineer in implementing best practices across teams operating in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. You will work closely with Team Leads, Stakeholders, and Agile leadership to reinforce established structure, maintain team meeting cadence, and drive continuous improvement. This position operates within a highly collaborative, multi-team environment where coordination, transparency, and adaptability are essential. Your ability to facilitate Agile ceremonies, manage team workflows, and support cross-team alignment will directly impact lasting cultural change, indirectly supporting national defense priorities. You will serve as a key connector—facilitating communication, resolving blockers, and ensuring alignment in both in-person and distributed environments. What You'll Do Independently lead Agile ceremonies including Sprint or Kanban Planning, Backlog Refinement, Daily Stand-Ups, Sprint Reviews or demos, and Retrospectives, ensuring active team participation and effective outcomes Configure and maintain Jira boards (Scrum and Kanban) and Jira plans, including creating new Jira issues/tasks, reporting progress, and utilizing JQL-based filters that provide visibility into team performance Partner closely with Agile Leads and team members to define acceptance criteria and align on Definition of Done Participate in Scrum of Scrums and cross-team dependency coordination Collaborate with Agile Architects and Coaches to support broader Agile transformation and enterprise-level Agile activities Maintain and enhance Confluence spaces based on feedback from Agile Coaches Support development of Agile training materials, presentations, and team enablement resources Coordinate meetings, ensure timely and professional communication, and maintain strong engagement in both in-person and virtual environments (MS Teams, chat, email) Contribute to Agile product demonstrations and team working sessions as needed Role-model Agile best practices and help reinforce standards, consistency, and accountability What You Bring Required Bachelor's degree and 2-4 years of experience serving as a Scrum Master or supporting Agile teams Active Scrum Master certification (e.g., CSM, SAFe Scrum Master, or Disciplined Agile Scrum Master) Hands-on experience working within Scrum or Kanban environments, including configuring and managing Jira boards, creating user stories and epics, and supporting sprint execution Practical experience with Jira, including writing JQL filters, building Kanban/Scrum boards, and supporting team-level Agile workflows Familiarity with SAFe framework methodologies and ceremonies Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 tools Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to operate both independently and within a team environment Effective communication skills, including the ability to translate complex concepts for non-technical stakeholders Ability to support a hybrid work environment with reliable connectivity for remote collaboration U.S. Citizenship required Ability to obtain a Secret clearance prior to start, with eligibility to upgrade to Top Secret Prior military experience or work with the Department of War (DOW) is a plus Work Location This is a full-time, hybrid role, requiring on-site support at LA AFB (El Segundo, CA) three days per week with up to 10% additional travel to support customer events. Our Core Values Bias for

Action:

Decisive. Purposeful. Agile. We move with the speed of relevance to drive impact and progress.

Integrity:

Respect. Ethics. Transparency. We do what's right and earn lasting trust.

Delivery Excellence:

Customer-obsessed. Mission-focused. Quality-driven. We deliver innovative outcomes that exceed expectations. Our EVP Promise Join Sabel Systems, where your contributions drive impact, your growth is continuously supported, and your well-being is at the center of how we work—so together, we can build the future with purpose. "Rewarding Impact. Building Futures Together." Compensation The salary range for this position is $143,000 - $153,000 annually. Compensation will be determined in partnership with the Hiring Manager and may vary based on factors such as contract and labor category alignment, relevant experience, skills, education, certifications or licenses, and geographic location. Sabel Systems is committed to offering all employees a competitive benefits and compensation package that is comprehensive enough to meet their goals and needs. Our employees are our most valuable asset, and one of Sabel Systems largest financial investments is our benefits program. As a valued member of the organization, employees are provided with a host of benefits to include healthcare; financial assistance in the event of illness, injury, disability, loss of work, or death; health savings accounts; retirement plans; paid time off; paid holidays; education and training program reimbursement, to name a few. Equal Employment Opportunity Sabel Systems is an equal opportunity employer. Our hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business need. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind across all employment practices within our organization. Sabel Systems participates in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program. Reasonable Accommodation Sabel Systems is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and ensuring an accessible application process for all candidates. Applicants with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process are encouraged to contact us at for assistance.