Senior Software Engineering Manager – DoD Systems

Northrop Grumman; Hollywood (MD); On-site; USD 133,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Hollywood, MD, is seeking a Manager Software Engineer 1 to lead a 10–15 person team in the Mission Planning department. The role emphasizes software engineering excellence, Agile/SAFe practices, staffing coordination, and career development for engineers.

The candidate should hold a BS in STEM, possess 3.5+ years in software engineering, and have strong communication skills. DoD Secret clearance is required, with relocation and travel possible.

Qualifications

• BS or higher in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM) or related field.
• 3.5+ years of experience in Software Engineering with Agile/SAFe.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 10–15 engineers in the Mission Planning department.
• Coordinate staffing, training, and performance reviews with program leadership.
• Assist in salary evaluations and HR coordination for staff development.
• Ensure an inclusive workplace and balance for staff to meet program goals.

Skills

Software Engineering

Agile/SAFe

Communication

Leadership/Staffing

Education

Bachelor's degree (STEM)

Tools

Web Development

Microservices

EVMS CAM

Windows Applications

Job description

Northrop Grumman in Hollywood, MD, is seeking a Manager Software Engineer 1 to lead a 10–15 person team in the Mission Planning department. The role emphasizes software engineering excellence, Agile/SAFe practices, staffing coordination, and career development for engineers.

The candidate should hold a BS in STEM, possess 3.5+ years in software engineering, and have strong communication skills. DoD Secret clearance is required, with relocation and travel possible.