Embedded Software Manager II - Onsite, Secret Clearance

Northrop Grumman; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 139,000 - 209,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Space Systems seeks a Software Manager to lead embedded software teams across multiple Launch Systems programs in Chandler, AZ. This 100% onsite role requires coordinating with Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and GN&C to ensure technical delivery and staffing alignment.

The position emphasizes hands-on technical leadership, program execution, and staff development in a fast-paced defense environment. Secret clearance is required to start.

Qualifications

• Active U.S. Government Secret clearance is required.
• Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of professional experience OR Master’s degree with 6 years of professional experience.
• Experience leading embedded software teams in defense/aerospace environments.
• Experience with C/C++ and RTOS.
• Experience coordinating with Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, GN&C, and cross-functional partners.

Responsibilities

• Maintain staffing alignment, coaching, and development for software engineers across multiple programs.
• Provide performance management, mentoring, and career development in line with enterprise reviews.
• Develop and maintain software engineering processes, standards, and disciplined delivery practices for embedded software.
• Lead software lifecycle execution across requirements, design, coding, integration, testing, and release.
• Promote disciplined engineering practices including technical reviews and hands-on support for execution challenges.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to resolve software staffing and execution challenges.

Skills

C/C++

RTOS

Embedded software

People leadership

Communication skills

EVMS

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Job description

Northrop Grumman Space Systems seeks a Software Manager to lead embedded software teams across multiple Launch Systems programs in Chandler, AZ. This 100% onsite role requires coordinating with Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and GN&C to ensure technical delivery and staffing alignment.

The position emphasizes hands-on technical leadership, program execution, and staff development in a fast-paced defense environment. Secret clearance is required to start.