Software Engineering Project Manager

MAG Aerospace • Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

71d • $80,500 - $149,500

About The Position

MAG Aerospace is seeking to hire a Software Engineering Project Manager in APG, MD at the C5ISR Worldwide-defense-system Integration, Prototyping, and Security facility. In this role, you will rely upon your background in software/data engineering and expertise in project management. You will lead complex projects in a highly specialized and regulated environment to deliver cutting edge technology-based products that meet demand.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience as a Project Manager leading and delivering projects with a focus on software engineering/data engineering and/or software development
• Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools such as Agile, Scrum, or Kanban
• Experience with DevOps tools and technologies such as Git, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, Nexus, and Jira, etc.
• Knowledge of and practical experience with data mesh architecture principles and concepts including domain-oriented decentralized data ownership, federated data governance, and self-serve data infrastructure
• Knowledge in data modeling techniques, both traditional and domain-driven design, to ensure data quality, consistency, and interoperability across domains
• Knowledge in cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Gov Cloud Platform, and utilizing cloud-native data services and technologies
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or other related field
• Must be a US Citizen
• Must have a Secret Clearance with the eligibility to obtain a Top Secret

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or other related field
• Project Management certification
• Top Secret Clearance

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a software engineering project from concept to implementation
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (including software engineers, DoD-focused data scientists, cloud architects, DoD stakeholders, and industry experts) to define project scope, requirements, and deliverables
• Development and maintenance of project plans, schedules, and budgets, ensuring effective resource allocation and utilization throughout the project lifecycle
• Creating a roadmap and implementation plan for both on-premise and cloud-based CI/CD development environments
• Facilitate the implementation and optimization of DevOps practices, including continuous integration, continuous delivery/deployment, automated testing, infrastructure as code, and configuration management
• Pro-actively identify and mitigate risks and issues that may impact project timelines, quality, or scope, and develop contingency plans as necessary
• Provide leadership and guidance to the project team, promoting collaboration, communication, and a positive work environment in a highly regulated environment
• Track project progress, regularly report on key metrics and milestones to stakeholders, and ensure transparency and alignment throughout the organization
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies related to cloud, data platforms, data mesh, and DoD communications systems modernization, and provide recommendations for process improvements
• Ensure compliance with DoD regulations, security standards, and organizational policies throughout the project lifecycle where applicable

Benefits

• Health benefits
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Financial benefits
• Retirement benefits
• Paid leave
• Professional development
• Tuition assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees