Software Engineering Manager

Voyager Technologies, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 185,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Time Off

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Gym memberships

Job summary

Voyager Technologies, Inc. in San Diego, CA, is seeking an Engineering Department Manager to lead the engineering team, allocate resources, and ensure projects are completed on time and within budget. The role is 100% onsite and reports to the VP of Product Design.

Candidates should hold a Masters or PhD in engineering or CS, have 15+ years of industry experience, and expert C/C++ and Python skills, with experience in PCBA bring-up and real-time OS. U.S. security clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Masters or PhD in engineering, CS or equivalent with extensive industry experience.
• 15+ years of relevant industry experience in engineering leadership.
• Proficient in C, C++, Python; working knowledge of Matlab or similar scripting languages.
• Experience in hardware bring-up (PCBA) and real-time operating environments.
• Familiar with agile development processes and design reviews.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance and support to the engineering team.
• Oversee day-to-day operations and ensure projects meet time and budget constraints.
• Coordinate with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders.
• Review and approve technical strategies to close gaps in the team.
• Ensure adherence to Voyager quality standards and development processes.
• Monitor progress and allocate resources to maintain balanced workloads.
• Support design and development reviews with appropriate documentation.
• Maintain effective communication between engineering and other departments.

Skills

C programming

C++ programming

Python

Matlab

Scripting languages

Agile development

US security clearance

Education

Masters or PhD in engineering or computer science

Tools

Code repository tools

Job description

Voyager is an innovative space, defense, and national security technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space.

Forge the Future: Join Voyager Technologies

The future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies, we’re building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers and prepare us for what’s next. And we’re doing that with people who are wired to solve, build, adapt and lead. These roles are not for the faint of heart.

You’ll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We’re a company of doers, thinkers and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality.

The Engineering Department Manager (EDM) is a leader responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the engineering team and for assigning engineering resources and ensuring that projects are completed on time and within budget.

The position reports to the VP of Product Design and is part of the Engineering department based in San Diego, CA. This role is 100% onsite.

In this role, the essential functions are:

• Provide technical guidance and support to his/her team members, helping them overcome challenges and find solutions.
• Ensure that processes, Standard Operating Procedures and rigorous design flows are followed.
• Maintain effective communication channels between the engineering team and other departments within the organization.
• Be the point of contact for any technical inquiries or issues that may arise.
• Work closely with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to align engineering efforts with the overall business objectives.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the engineering team
• Oversee the development and execution of projects
• Review ongoing efforts and rectify issues
• Support internal and external design and development reviews with related documentation
• Ensure adherence to Voyager quality standards, design and development process and standard operating procedures
• Ensure the engineering team remains focused on projects, company goals and objectives
• Check the team’s work for technical accuracy and ensuring the validity of methods used
• Ensure that the team has adequate means and tools for efficient project execution and product development. Make determinations for equipment, SW licenses, staff and training needs
• Assist in project resource allocations overseeing that engineers are efficiently allocated and have a balanced workload
• Monitor and evaluate engineers’ progress
• Support and promote a culture that rewards motivation and cooperation
• Coordinate work with other managers and staff
• Participate in proposals and trade studies, including evaluating contractor and subcontractor proposals for technical feasibility.
• Review contract/proposals/opportunities, with emphasis on SOW, technical requirements, data requirements and statement of compliance before acceptance and transfer it to the engineering team after acceptance
• Evaluates and approves strategies to bridge technical, programmatic and personnel gaps in the engineering team

• Masters or PhD degree in engineering, computer science or equivalent and 15 years of industry experience
• C, C++ programming expertise, Python, Matlab or any other scripting and test languages.
• Experience in bringing up PCBA in at least 2 of the bare-metal, FreeRTOS, Linux or similar operating systems environments. Shall understand real time constraints and requirements.
• Experience with code repository tools, issue tracking and agile development process.
• Experience in the production of qualified hardware/systems for space.
• Capable of multi-tasking; working on multiple projects & supporting production activities
• Strong technical background; capable of coming up-to-speed quickly on new technologies.
• Proficient in personal computing skills, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Preferred experience with space industries

Travel, Physical and/or Government Mandated Requirements:

• Able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance

The good faith base salary range for this role is $185,000–$220,000 at the time of this posting. Where you fall within the range depends on your experience, skills, and location. This range reflects base salary only and does not include benefits or bonus/incentive. This range may be adjusted in the future.

Voyager offers a highly competitive total compensation package designed to support the well-being, growth, and success of our employees. Employees benefit from a flexible and comprehensive rewards program that supports both professional and personal well-being.

• Flexible Time Off (FTO), empowering employees to take the time they need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company and many benefits paid at 100% for employees
• Flexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide, including 24 Hour Fitness, EoS Fitness, Crunch Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Blink Fitness, Chuze Fitness, and more! No long-term contracts and FREE on-demand workout videos before you enroll
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%, supporting long-term financial security
• Company wellness programs that support physical and mental well-being
• Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources
• The opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission-driven environment

Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Parts 120–130) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730–774), applicants for this position must be a U.S. Person: a US Citizen, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3). Applicants must be eligible to obtain any required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

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$185,000 - $220,000 USD

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