Embedded Software Engineering Manager (Secret Clearance)

Northrop Grumman; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 133,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking an Embedded Software Engineering Manager in San Diego, CA. You will lead a section of 10–15 software engineers within the San Diego E&S Software and Digital Technologies group, guiding staffing, performance reviews, and career development while aligning with program goals.

This role requires a BS + 5 years in a related STEM field (MS + 3 years preferred), strong C/C++ and OO skills, excellent communication, and an active Secret Clearance.

Qualifications

• BS + 5 years in a related STEM field; MS + 3 years of exp.
• Proficiency in C/C++, Object Oriented programming, and software lifecycle processes.
• Excellent written, communication, and emotional intelligence skills; able to work independently and within groups.
• Ability to facilitate/mediate in conflict resolution matters.
• Must have an active Secret Clearance
• Must be able to work on site full-time at the Rancho Carmel facility.

Responsibilities

• Lead a section of approximately 10–15 software engineers within the San Diego E&S Software and Digital Technologies department.
• Direct report management: staffing, performance reviews, promotions, salary considerations, and HR coordination.
• Technical contributor (~80%): work on programs involving communications systems within FNS and ACN OUs.
• Support creation and maintenance of software engineering processes.

Skills

C/C++

OOP

Software lifecycle

Communication skills

Emotional intelligence

Teamwork

Security clearance

Education

BS in STEM

MS in STEM

Job description

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking an Embedded Software Engineering Manager in San Diego, CA. You will lead a section of 10–15 software engineers within the San Diego E&S Software and Digital Technologies group, guiding staffing, performance reviews, and career development while aligning with program goals.

This role requires a BS + 5 years in a related STEM field (MS + 3 years preferred), strong C/C++ and OO skills, excellent communication, and an active Secret Clearance.