Senior Embedded Software Manager - Secret Clearance

Northrop Grumman; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 115,000 - 172,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Total Rewards package

Health insurance

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking a Software Manager to lead embedded software teams in Chandler, AZ. The role oversees about 10–15 engineers, balancing management with hands-on technical delivery across multiple programs.

Expectations include staffing, performance reviews, and ensuring software processes and lifecycle execution meet program goals. On-site only, with a 9/80 schedule and relocation assistance where offered.

Qualifications

• Active U.S. Government Secret security clearance at time of application.
• Experience with embedded real-time, mission-critical aerospace or hardware-integrated software environments.
• Bachelor’s degree with 5 years or Master’s with 3 years of experience (or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Lead embedded software teams across multiple programs and staffing needs.
• Provide performance management, coaching, and development planning for engineers.
• Establish and maintain software processes, standards, and disciplined delivery practices.

Skills

C/C++

RTOS

Embedded software

People leadership

Cross-functional

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

EVMS

CAM

Job description

Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking a Software Manager to lead embedded software teams in Chandler, AZ. The role oversees about 10–15 engineers, balancing management with hands-on technical delivery across multiple programs.

Expectations include staffing, performance reviews, and ensuring software processes and lifecycle execution meet program goals. On-site only, with a 9/80 schedule and relocation assistance where offered.