Manager Embedded Software Engineering 2 (Space Systems) - TS/SCI

Northrop Grumman•Rolling Meadows, IL

2d•$153,800 - $230,800•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking a Manager Embedded Software Engineering 2 for its Engineering Organization in Rolling Meadows, Illinois. The role supports a high-performing team of Embedded Software and FPGA Design Engineers developing embedded solutions for government military customers. It combines Development Manager and Functional Manager responsibilities in an approximately 80/20 split. As Development Manager, the position represents Software and Digital Technologies within the engineering organization and Space Sector divisions, interfaces with programs, and manages and executes program success. As Functional Manager, it provides front-line management for up to 20 engineers supporting various programs. The position reports to the Department Manager, Software and Controls in Rolling Meadows, IL. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and possess an active or current Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility; active TS/SCI is required to start. Travel is 10% of the time, and relocation assistance may be available. The role offers a stated primary-level salary range of $153,800 to $230,800. Employees may also be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus. Northrop Grumman provides benefits including health insurance, life and disability insurance, a savings plan, company-paid holidays, and paid time off.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree and 8 years of related STEM experience; or a master’s degree and 6 years; or a Ph.D. and 3 years; or 12 years of experience in lieu of a degree.
Experience executing the engineering project life cycle, including requirements analysis, design, development, integration, validation, verification, and sustainment.
Experience as a Cost Account Manager in the defense industry, or equivalent commercial program/project management experience, including operating under cost and schedule constraints.
Demonstrated success leading, collaborating with, and developing cross-functional teams of varying skill levels on complex technical projects.
Demonstrated interest in process improvement initiatives.
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with all levels of management and individual contributors.
Working knowledge of Jira, Bitbucket, Git, and Agile software development.
Understanding of embedded C/C++ software development, low-level drivers, and RTOS development.
U.S. citizenship and an active or current Top Secret security clearance at time of application; active TS/SCI is required to start.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in Engineering (Computer, Systems, or Electrical), Computer Science, Engineering Management, or a related field.
15 years of applicable experience in an engineering field and management experience.
Experience with digital signal processing.
Experience managing and/or developing SDR-based embedded systems.
Experience deriving and driving system and software requirements.
Experience in cross-discipline Agile product development.
Experience with Continuous Integration / Continuous Deployment.
Applied knowledge of Product Line Management.
Ability to connect company capabilities with existing and potential customers to support business development.
Previous experience, which may be early career, developing embedded software systems.

Responsibilities

Manage and support program/project performance, risks, and reporting, including technical program execution against scope, cost, and schedule.
Provide IPT leadership.
Ensure and monitor the quality of work products.
Manage program tasks, guide teams, and support staffing.
Represent Embedded Software and Firmware on proposal teams by creating BOEs, responding to ROMs and RFPs, and writing technical volumes.
Ensure adherence to Engineering processes and leverage or create best practices.
Set, monitor, and review employee goals.
Provide timely, constructive, sincere performance feedback and execute performance appraisal activities.
Facilitate team meetings and use communication channels frequently.
Promote organizational initiatives such as the NGC Playbook and nurture teams executing organizational improvement initiatives.
Coordinate training and career development for team members.
Forecast workload for the department.
Support talent acquisition activity.
Work with Human Resources to mediate and resolve personnel issues.
Collaborate with on-site Mission Systems SWDT counterparts to support cross-sector commonality.