Software Engineering Manager I — Lead a Defense Systems Team

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

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Discretionary bonus

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Savings plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Defense System is seeking a Manager Software Engineer 1 to lead a team of about 10–15 engineers in the Mission Planning department within the MDM OU, located in Hollywood, MD or Manhattan Beach, CA. The role involves staffing coordination, performance reviews, and career guidance in a fast-paced defense environment.

Required are a STEM degree, 5+ years in software engineering with Agile/SAFe, excellent communication, and an active DoD Secret clearance or CEP.

Qualifications

• BS or higher degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM), MIS, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in Software Engineering including Agile or SAFe methodologies
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to facilitate/mediate in conflict resolution matters
• Candidate must have active DoD Secret clearance or enrolled in CEP

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of approximately 10–15 engineers in the Mission Planning department in the MDM OU
• Coordinate staffing, recruiting, training, and performance reviews to employees
• Evaluate and recommend promotions and salary adjustments; coordinate with HR on career progression
• Create and maintain forward-looking processes aligned to strategic goals

Skills

Excellent communication

Conflict resolution

Facilitation

Agile/SAFe methodologies

Education

BS or higher in STEM/MIS or related field

Job description

Northrop Grumman Defense System is seeking a Manager Software Engineer 1 to lead a team of about 10–15 engineers in the Mission Planning department within the MDM OU, located in Hollywood, MD or Manhattan Beach, CA. The role involves staffing coordination, performance reviews, and career guidance in a fast-paced defense environment.

Required are a STEM degree, 5+ years in software engineering with Agile/SAFe, excellent communication, and an active DoD Secret clearance or CEP.