Software Engineering Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Time Off (FTO)

Comprehensive medical/dental/vision

401(k) company match

Company wellness programs

Family-friendly benefits

Job summary

Voyager Technologies seeks an Engineering Department Manager (EDM) to oversee daily engineering operations in San Diego, reporting to the VP of Product Design. You will guide technical teams, ensure SOP adherence, and align engineering with business goals while managing budgets and schedules.

This onsite role requires senior-level expertise in C/C++, RTOS, hardware bring-up, and cross-functional collaboration with product and design teams to deliver mission-critical space systems.

Qualifications

• 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.
• 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

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance and support to team members and help overcome challenges.
• Ensure processes and design flows are followed.
• Maintain effective communication between engineering and other departments.
• Be the point of contact for technical inquiries or issues.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and stakeholders to align efforts.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of the engineering team.
• Oversee development and execution of projects.
• Review ongoing efforts and rectify issues.
• Support design and development reviews with related documentation.
• Ensure adherence to Voyager quality standards and SOPs.
• Ensure team stays focused on projects and goals.
• Check team work for technical accuracy and validity of methods.
• Ensure adequate tools and resources for project execution.
• Assist in resource allocations and workload balancing.
• Monitor and evaluate engineers’ progress.
• Promote a culture of motivation and cooperation.
• Coordinate work with other managers and staff.
• Participate in proposals and trade studies for technical feasibility.
• Review contracts/proposals with emphasis on SOW and data requirements.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Python scripting

Matlab scripting

RTOS experience

Code repositories

Agile development

Security clearance eligibility

Education

Masters or PhD in engineering or related field

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.

If you want to put your skills to work where the stakes are real and the mission is bigger than any one person,forge the future with Voyager.

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

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Basic Qualifications

• 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.

Export Regulations

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.

Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.

$185,000 - $220,000 USD