Mission Software Architecture Group Lead II

Inuplands; Cambridge, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 82,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Workplace flexibility

Employee clubs

Health and finance workshops

Off-site social events and discounts

Job summary

Draper in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Group Leader for the Mission Software Architectures & Applications Group. You will lead a team of 10–20 engineers, shape the group's capabilities, and drive the architecture for mission-critical software across space, defense, and related programs.

This role requires a proven leadership track record, strong communication, and the ability to partner with customers, program offices, and Draper staff to develop strategic plans and technology roadmaps.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and written skills.
• Excellent ability with presenting technical material to various levels of the engineering organization and customers.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications.
• Strong ability to supervise a team of 10-20.

Responsibilities

• Manage administrative details and career development for group members.
• Convey relevant information from management to group members.
• Lead, mentor, build depth their area of expertise and conduct performance evaluations of group members.
• Maintain awareness of staffing requirements, write job requisitions for hiring as required, review and disposition incoming resumes, conduct interviews.
• Serve as Lead Subject Matter Expert for Area of specialty.
• Shape Draper’s technology offerings and open new business areas based on program and technical experience.
• Analyze Draper strategy and work with management to build capability in key areas that align Draper's capabilities with customer's strategic priorities.

Job description

Draper in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Group Leader for the Mission Software Architectures & Applications Group. You will lead a team of 10–20 engineers, shape the group's capabilities, and drive the architecture for mission-critical software across space, defense, and related programs.

This role requires a proven leadership track record, strong communication, and the ability to partner with customers, program offices, and Draper staff to develop strategic plans and technology roadmaps.