Embedded Software Engineering Manager, Secret Clearance

Northrop Grumman Corp.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 161,000 - 242,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems seeks an Embedded Software Engineering Manager in San Diego to lead a group of 10–15 engineers and managers, focusing on staffing, performance reviews, and career development. You will work primarily on programs involving communications systems within FNS and ACN, balancing technical execution with people leadership.

The role requires a technical performer with strong C/C++, OO design, and software lifecycle expertise, plus an active Secret Clearance.

Qualifications

• BS in a related STEM field required; MS preferred.
• Proficiency in C/C++ and OO design; strong software lifecycle knowledge.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to work independently and in teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead a section of 10–15 software engineers and managers in SD.
• Coordinate staffing, recruiting, and performance reviews.
• Oversee salary decisions, promotions, and career development.
• Support software engineering processes and best practices.
• Lead program work on communications systems within FNS/ACN OU.

Skills

C/C++

Object Oriented

Software lifecycle

Communication

Secret Clearance

Education

BS in STEM

MS in CS/Engineering

Tools

Jira/Bitbucket/Git

RTOS

Linux kernel drivers

VHDL/Verilog/FPGA

Xilinx tools

Job description

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems seeks an Embedded Software Engineering Manager in San Diego to lead a group of 10–15 engineers and managers, focusing on staffing, performance reviews, and career development. You will work primarily on programs involving communications systems within FNS and ACN, balancing technical execution with people leadership.

The role requires a technical performer with strong C/C++, OO design, and software lifecycle expertise, plus an active Secret Clearance.