Software Manager 2

Northrop Grumman • Rolling Meadows, IL

2d • $153,800 - $230,800 • Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking a Manager Level 2 Software and Digital Technologies front-line manager for its Targeting Systems product line at the Rolling Meadows, Illinois site. The role supports the site’s Software and Digital Technologies organization and reports to the Targeting Department Manager. The manager is responsible for technical, cost, and scheduling performance in support of division contracts, staffing plans, employee development and performance management, recruiting, and reviewing organizational metrics with program and organizational leadership. The position is full-time and on-site. Minimal travel is expected; the posting also lists travel as 10% of the time. Relocation assistance may be available. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a full Secret clearance before starting.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM-related discipline and at least 8 years of related Software Engineering experience, or a master’s degree and at least 6 years of related Software Engineering experience.
• Experience and in-depth understanding of software engineering principles and the full engineering lifecycle, including Agile for embedded software engineering.
• High proficiency in technical problem solving, including decomposition, root cause analysis, solution development, implementation, and monitoring.
• Experience leading small-to-medium technical teams in successful delivery of technical solutions, engineering artifacts, and operational software.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Must be able to obtain a full Secret clearance before starting.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in a STEM-related discipline with 5 years of experience in an Agile environment.
• Applied knowledge of Product Line Management.
• Ability to connect the company’s capabilities to existing and potential customers to support business development.

Responsibilities

• Drive technical, cost, and schedule performance in support of division contracts.
• Develop staffing projections and execute staffing plans in accordance with those projections.
• Communicate regularly with direct employees, supporting inclusion and engagement, mentoring and career development, training, and performance management.
• Recruit entry-level and experienced mid- and senior-level candidates.
• Review organizational metrics with applicable program and organizational leadership.
• Lead small-to-medium technical teams in delivering technical solutions, engineering artifacts, and operational software.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Savings plan
• Company-paid holidays
• Paid time off for vacation and/or personal business
• Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus, depending on the position.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager