Senior Manager Software Engineering

Leonardo DRS, Inc.

Menomonee Falls (WI)

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USD 150 000 - 210 000

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Resumo da oferta

Leonardo DRS in Menomonee Falls, WI seeks a Senior Manager Software Engineering to lead FPGA, DSP, and PLD software efforts for power and control solutions in defense applications.

You will guide architecture, design, verification, and HIL testing, while aligning software platform development with program goals and customer requirements.

This leadership role requires 7+ years of software/embedded experience and a proven ability to manage cross-functional teams in a regulated environment.

Qualificações

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
7+ years in software/embedded/controls with 3+ years in leadership roles.
Experience leading FPGA/DSP/PLD teams and delivering real-time control solutions.
Experience with HIL environments, software verification, and test automation.
Familiar with defense development environments and regulated quality expectations.

Responsabilidades

Lead multidisciplinary software engineering team focused on FPGA, DSP, and PLD development.
Manage software platform engineering for power conversion and motor control systems.
Provide technical leadership from architecture to verification across programs.
Develop and execute HIL/software test verification strategy with traceability.
Coordinate with systems, electrical, mechanical, and program teams to meet objectives.
Mentor team members and promote accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Conhecimentos

Leadership/people management

FPGA software

DSP software

PLD software

HIL testing

Software platform development

Embedded real-time systems

Defense industry experience

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

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Senior Manager Software Engineering

Location: Menomonee Falls, WI, US, 53051

Job ID:115055

The Leonardo DRS Naval Power Systems business is a trusted provider of innovative naval gas and hybrid power systems, control technology and support solutions for the U.S. Navy and navies around the world.

Job Summary

We are seeking a technically knowledgeable and experienced Software Engineering Manager to lead software engineering activities supporting advanced power and control solutions for surface and unmanned applications. This role is responsible for leading FPGA, DSP, and PLD software development, hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and test verification activities, and software platform development for power conversion, energy storage and delivery, and motor control systems. The ideal candidate will combine strong technical depth with proven leadership experience, enabling execution across product development, platform strategy, verification, and customer-driven program delivery in a defense-focused environment.

What You Will Do

Lead and develop a multidisciplinary software engineering team focused on FPGA, DSP, and PLD software development, HIL and test verification, and reusable software platform capabilities.
Manage software platform engineering execution for power conversion, energy storage and delivery, and motor control systems, ensuring technical, schedule, and cost objectives are achieved.
Provide technical and functional leadership for FPGA, DSP, and PLD development activities, including architecture, design, implementation, integration, debugging, and verification.
Develop and deliver HIL/software test verification strategy, ensuring robust validation approaches, efficient issue resolution, and clear traceability from requirements through qualification.
Lead the development, standardization, and sustainment of software platforms that enable scalable and reusable capabilities across multiple power electronics and motor control products.
Coordinate closely with systems, electrical, mechanical, test, manufacturing, and program teams to align software development with overall product and platform objectives.
Establish and enforce best practices for software development, configuration management, code quality, documentation, cybersecurity, and verification in regulated and defense environments.
Support customer engagement and program execution by translating requirements into executable software plans, managing risks, and ensuring delivery of compliant, high-quality solutions.
Mentor team members, build organizational capability, and foster a culture of accountability, innovation, technical excellence, and continuous improvement.

Education & Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field. Master’s degree preferred.
Minimum of 7 years of experience in software, embedded, controls, FPGA, DSP, or related development, with at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role.
Demonstrated experience leading FPGA, DSP, and/or PLD software development teams and delivering complex embedded or real-time control solutions.
Experience with HIL environments, software verification, test automation, and structured validation approaches for complex hardware-software systems.
Strong background in software platforms, reusable architectures, and product-line or cross-program software reuse strategies.
Experience supporting power conversion, energy storage and delivery, motor control, or closely related power electronics applications for surface and/or unmanned systems.
Strong project leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills, including work with internal stakeholders, customers, and program leadership.
Familiarity with defense or military development environments, including contractual, documentation, and quality expectations, is highly desired.
Ability to lead teams in a fast-paced environment while balancing technical rigor, execution urgency, and long‑term platform strategy.

U.S. Citizenship required. This position may require an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well‑being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career‑growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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Our Vision. To be the leading mid‑tier defense technology company in the U.S.

Our Values. The Leonardo DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles: