Software Deputy Subproject Technical Lead - Level 3/4 (AHT)
About The Position
Northrop Grumman's Space Systems Sector is seeking a Software Deputy Subproject Technical Lead, Level 3 or 4, for its team in Redondo Beach, California. The role oversees a ground systems software homeroom within a large organization of software homerooms and specialized swim-lane teams. These teams support mission-critical and operational software product lines and develop new ground systems capabilities in coordination with the customer. Reporting directly to and working with the Subproject Manager, the lead supports a team of 18 to 30 software engineers. The position is responsible for team tasking and supporting management meetings and reviews, and coordinates with other software teams, Systems Engineering, external customers, and site personnel. The lead gathers team metrics and reports team progress to senior leadership, while ensuring personnel follow defined processes in a dynamic team environment. An active SCI clearance, or an active TS clearance with the ability to obtain SCI within a reasonable period as determined by the company, is required. The position requires travel 10% of the time. Relocation assistance may be available.
Requirements
- Level 3: Bachelor's degree and 5 years of relevant experience, master's degree and 3 years, or PhD and 1 year; an additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Level 4: Bachelor's degree and 8 years of relevant experience, master's degree and 6 years, or PhD and 4 years; an additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Active SCI clearance at application, or active TS clearance at application with the ability to obtain SCI within a reasonable period as determined by the company before the start date.
- Experience leading a team of engineers.
- Proficiency managing software processes, adjudicating software Discrepancy Reports (DRs), and fulfilling requirements for success.
- Excellent leadership and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to interface with employees and management at all levels.
Nice To Haves
- STEM degree.
- Experience working with internal and external customers.
- Experience with Atlassian tools such as Jira, BitBucket, or Confluence, DevOps pipeline development, and automation.
- Agile/DevOps experience; Scrum Master and Product Ownership experience is highly desirable.
- In-depth domain knowledge of software design and code development.
- Previous management experience as a Technical Lead.
- Experience performing CAM duties and reporting on Earned Value metrics.
- Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making skills across large-scale products.
- Previous Mission One experience.
Responsibilities
- Oversee a ground systems software homeroom.
- Support and task a team of 18 to 30 software engineers in coordination with the Subproject Manager.
- Support management meetings and reviews.
- Coordinate and interface with other software teams, Systems Engineering, external customers, and site personnel.
- Gather team metrics and provide progress outbriefs to higher leadership.
- Ensure personnel follow well-defined processes.
Benefits
- Health insurance coverage.
- Life and disability insurance.
- Savings plan.
- Company-paid holidays.
- Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
- Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus, depending on the position.
- Vice President or Director employees may be eligible for Long Term Incentives.
- Relocation assistance may be available.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
