Manager Software Engineering 2 (Space/Satellite Systems)

Northrop Grumman • Dulles, VA

435d • $156,000 - $224,000

About The Position

The Manager Software Engineering 2 position at Northrop Grumman involves leading a team of embedded flight software engineers in the development and support of satellite systems. The role requires operational guidance for product development, recruitment and retention of talent, and ensuring effective staffing across multiple programs. The manager will also promote process improvements and oversee the technical leadership necessary for successful project execution.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in a STEM field with 8 years of Software/Systems related experience.
• High proficiency in technical problem solving including decomposition, root cause analysis, and solution development.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain Top Secret/SCI clearance.
• Experience in requirements analysis, modeling and simulation, verification and validation at subsystem and system level.
• Demonstrated software engineering, controls, or systems engineering leadership experience, preferably in Space Flight Software.

Nice To Haves

• Active TS/SCI clearance.
• Experience in a technical leadership/management role.
• Experience with Earned Value Management.
• Working knowledge of Staffing, Engineering Metrics and Training resources.
• Demonstrated systems engineering excellence in requirements analysis and validation.
• Experience in developing and integrating software and hardware solutions for space applications.
• Hands-on technical experience with spacecraft or satellite related systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational guidance for definition, development, and verification of products and capabilities.
• Identify and implement people, processes, and tools to support multiple Product Lines.
• Accountable for recruiting, staffing, and retaining talent.
• Identify high-quality technical personnel to meet business demands.
• Provide technical and people leadership across multiple locations and programs.
• Oversee and lead Embedded Flight Software teams.
• Support and promote process improvement initiatives and monitor engineering efficiency and quality metrics.
• Ensure staff allocation to minimize overhead expenses and meet development schedules.
• Manage a group of embedded flight software engineers while supporting programs in a development and/or leadership capacity.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Savings plan
• Company paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and personal business

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree