Software Engineering Associate Manager

Lockheed Martin•Littleton, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more — we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future. At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We’re creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We’re erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We’re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity. Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you. Lockheed Martin Space in Huntsville, AL is seeking a highly skilled Associate Manager to perform as an associate manager for the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) Software within the Ground component as a member of the THAAD Fire Control and Communications (TFCC) Team. This position will serve as a functional manager for 5-10 software engineers.

Requirements

Experience writing software in C++, Python, or Rust
Good understanding of software development practices and software process
Good interpersonal skills and good communication skills, both written and oral
Demonstrated leadership or leader qualities such as setting strategy, strong communications, and energizing of teams.
Ability to work independently and develop a strong support network across organizations
Active DoD SECRET Clearance
Experience working on teams using Agile practices

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of and experience with the THAAD Fire Control software
Experience with Linux, Git, Jira, and DevOps
Experience working with Missile programs
Security+ Certification
Previous experience as a software team lead
Proven ability to interface effectively with different levels of management
Ability to coordinate and influence across a broad range of stakeholders

Responsibilities

Lead a software team, providing technical leadership to team members
Develop schedules and management tools to plan, execute, and monitor software development activities
Lead the team in Agile practices
Perform functional leadership responsibilities, including workforce management (re-assignments, placements, recruitment, and selection of new employees, and terminations)
Personnel management (training, mentoring, career development, performance, and compensation management)
Collaborate with the THAAD program and the Space Software Engineering organization
Support communications with all levels of employees, customers, and industry, including engineers through executives