Manager Embedded Software Engineer 2

Northrop Grumman Corp.; Middle River (MD); On-site; USD 154,000 - 231,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Corp. in Linthicum, MD, seeks an Embedded Software Engineering Manager 2 to oversee software design, development and integration for defense systems.

You will lead a skilled team, set performance goals, apply Agile processes, coordinate with systems and hardware disciplines, and drive career growth while ensuring DoD security standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in STEM with 8 years of related experience
• U.S. Citizenship required; DoD Secret clearance required
• Experience leading software engineering teams
• Experience with software integration and test

Responsibilities

• Provide technical oversight of design, development, and integration of software components
• Engage with business leaders and customers to understand and drive business execution
• Drive continuous improvement by analyzing data and removing impediments
• Lead proposals and estimates inputs for new work
• Ensure compliance with iSDP/ADP and Agile processes
• Coordinate with Systems and Hardware disciplines as needed
• Set, track, and evaluate employee performance and career development

Skills

Communication

People leadership

Agile development

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in STEM

Master’s degree

Ph.D.

Tools

Linux

VxWorks

Board support software

CAM (Cost Account Management)

Proposals/Estimates inputs

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.We are looking for you to join our team as an Embedded Software Engineering Manager 2 based out of Linthicum, MD.This position is in the E&S Baltimore and Partnered Sites supporting Software and Digital Technologies. Our team provides technical skills, technologies, and processes to affordably develop, design, produce and sustain products across the defense industry while providing a decisive advantage to our customers.As the Embedded Software Engineering Manager 2, you are responsible for overseeing and coordinating the people, resources and processes required to deliver software solutions. Additionally, you are responsible for managing people performance, providing excellent staff resources to programs, and career development of employees. Roles & Responsibilities:Provide technical oversight of design, development, and integration of software componentsEngage with business leaders and customers to understand and drive business executionSupport the team in identifying and addressing impediments to the attainment of goals, including taking action to remove impediments where appropriateDrive sustainable continuous improvement, including by collating and deriving insights from dataGenerate proposal and estimates inputs for new workLead the team in applying the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools using Agile development methodologyGuide the team in compliance with the Internal Software Development Plan (iSDP) and the Agile Development Plan (ADP)Coordinate with other disciplines when needed such as Systems and HardwareCandidates must have strong communication and people leadership skillsSet, track, and measure employee performance expectationsGuide employees regarding career developmentProvide technical and business coaching and mentoringCommunicate direction from the higher-level organization and uphold principles of the higher organizationBasic Qualifications:Bachelor’s Degree in STEM (Science,Technology, Engineering, Mathematics or related technical fields) with 8 years of related experience, OR Master’s degree with 6 years of related experience, OR Ph.D. with 4 years of related experienceU.S Citizenship requiredMust have a current/active DoD Secret clearance. Secret clearance is required to start. Must be able to maintain this level of clearance for continued employment.The ability to obtain a Special Program Access (SAP) prior to start. Must be able to maintain this level of access for continued employment.4 years of experience as a Software Engineering/Development Team Leader3 years identifying risks, suggesting mitigation, tracking defects, developing resolutions, and reporting status.Experience with software Integration and TestPreferred QualificationsPrior experience within an IPT lead role.Prior CAM (Cost Account Management) experience.Working knowledge of Linux or VxWorks operating systemsBoard support software experienceManagement of budget for technical activitiesExperience with software Integration and TestExperience generating proposals and estimates inputs for new workPrior software functional management experience (executing performance appraisals, staffing allocations, software process leadership, and career goals development)Primary Level Salary Range: $153,800.00 - $230,800.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.