Senior Embedded Software & Systems Manager

Northrop Grumman Corp.; Rolling Meadows (IL); On-site; USD 154,000 - 231,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Space Systems, Rolling Meadows, IL, seeks a Development/Functional Manager to lead embedded software and FPGA design teams. The role blends program management with frontline supervision for up to 20 engineers and interfacing with multiple stakeholders.

The candidate will drive lifecycle activities, IPT leadership, performance monitoring, and cross-team collaboration while maintaining compliance with security requirements and Agile practices.

Qualifications

• Experience with the full engineering lifecycle from requirements to sustainment.
• Cost Account Manager (CAM) experience in defense or equivalent PM work.
• Strong leadership and cross-functional team development.
• US Citizenship and active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Experience with Jira/Bitbucket/Git and Agile processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead program management, monitor performance, risk, and reporting.
• Provide IPT leadership and staffing across teams.
• Ensure quality of work products and adherence to processes.
• Manage up to 20 engineers and coordinate training and career development.

Skills

Leadership

Program management

Jira

Git

Agile

Embedded C/C++

RTOS

Communication

Cross-functional teams

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Master's degree

PhD

Tools

Jira

Bitbucket

Git

RTOS development

Job description

Northrop Grumman Space Systems, Rolling Meadows, IL, seeks a Development/Functional Manager to lead embedded software and FPGA design teams. The role blends program management with frontline supervision for up to 20 engineers and interfacing with multiple stakeholders.

The candidate will drive lifecycle activities, IPT leadership, performance monitoring, and cross-team collaboration while maintaining compliance with security requirements and Agile practices.