Real-Time Embedded Software Manager, Radar & Communications

TTM Technologies; New York; On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

TTM Technologies' Aerospace & Defense Sector is seeking an experienced Real-Time Software Engineering Manager to lead and grow a team of engineers developing real-time embedded C++ software for radar and communication systems in Farmingdale, NY.

The role requires 10+ years in software engineering, 5+ years in a leadership role, and DoD-ready credentials. You will collaborate across hardware, integration, quality, and program management while shaping technical strategy and project delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of software engineering in a full software development lifecycle environment.
• 3+ years in a formal leadership role (tech lead, team lead, or engineering manager).
• Hands-on experience with modern C++ and Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS).
• Experience managing programs with Earned Value Management (EVM).
• Demonstrated experience developing or leading real-time embedded software for defense systems such as Radar or Communication platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead software development across Radar and Communication Systems programs.
• Oversee a team of engineers developing real-time embedded C++ software.
• Collaborate with Mission Systems Hardware, Systems Integration, Quality, and Program Management.
• Define, track, and report on team performance metrics; drive improvements.
• Develop, execute, and monitor software project plans to meet cost, schedule, and quality objectives.
• Partner with Program Managers, customers, and stakeholders to define requirements and deliverables.
• Lead software proposal and estimate activities.

Skills

Real-time embedded C++

Leadership

Communication

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering

Tools

CI/CD pipelines

GitLab

Jenkins

Jira

Artifactory

Job description

TTM Technologies' Aerospace & Defense Sector is seeking an experienced Real-Time Software Engineering Manager to lead and grow a team of engineers developing real-time embedded C++ software for radar and communication systems in Farmingdale, NY.

The role requires 10+ years in software engineering, 5+ years in a leadership role, and DoD-ready credentials. You will collaborate across hardware, integration, quality, and program management while shaping technical strategy and project delivery.