Software Scrum Lead & Engineering Manager

AeroVironment • Germantown, MD

1d • $124,370 - $176,400

About The Position

Being on the AV team means working alongside the brightest minds in technology on the toughest challenges facing our nation, not just occasionally, but every single day. Together, we are leading the transformation of modern warfare, and each AV employee plays a key role. That's why our investment in you goes beyond a rewarding salary and benefits package. We're committed to providing our people with the best opportunities to develop their skills, share their knowledge, and push their innovative ideas to the cutting edge. Having fun doing it with a team that feels like family across AV Nation is the ultimate perk. From Space and Directed Energy to Cyber and Intelligence to C4ISR and Air & Missile Defense, there is no limit to where you can take your career with us. Are you ready to launch a career at AV? If you are seeking a career that has tremendous impact beyond any one individual, then come be a part of our leadership team and all programs supported across the division. We are producing a cutting edge advanced Command and Control system that requires a SW Test Engineer with experience in the CUAS C2 domain. Job Overview: We are looking for a Software Scrum Master & Engineering Manager to lead our high-performing development team through the full software lifecycle. In this role, you will balance technical resource management with Agile advocacy to ensure the delivery of scalable, business-aligned solutions. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with intermediate to expert knowledge in the Air Traffic Management (ATM), Ground-based Detect & Avoid (GBDAA), and Counter UAS (C-UAS) ecosystems. We are looking for a leader who can bridge the gap between high-level strategy and tactical execution, expertly resolving bottlenecks to sustain project momentum. You will utilize your organizational insight to handle multifaceted stakeholder demands while ensuring on-time delivery of all project requirements.

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of 7+ years in a relevant project management or Scrum Master role, preferably in a technical or engineering environment.
• Educational background: Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical discipline from an accredited institution.
• Skills: Proficiency in Agile methodologies and frameworks such as Scrum or Kanban. Excellent organizational and time-management abilities. Strong communication and teamwork skills to effectively coordinate with all project stakeholders. Keen attention to detail, ensuring high-quality standards in all deliverables. Ability to adapt quickly and efficiently to changing project priorities and demands.

Nice To Haves

• Certification in Scrum Master (CSM) or similar Agile certifications.
• Familiarity with project management and issue tracking tools such as Jira or Trello.
• Proven track record of successfully managing multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Domain knowledge in ATM, GBDAA, and/or C-UAS.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Agile-based project activities: Ensure that all Agile ceremonies (e.g., daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives) are effectively carried out. Protect the team from external distractions and eliminate impediments to progress.
• Technical Stewardship: Interpret and communicate the technical director's plans to the team, ensuring alignment and understanding. Define system architecture, coding standards, and engineering best practices. Oversee code quality, technical debt, and the integration of modern tools like AI-augmented development workflows.
• Stakeholder & Resource Management: Collaborate with Product Owners to refine backlogs and align technical requirements with product roadmaps. Manage project budgets, resource allocation, and timelines while providing data-driven status reports to executive leadership.
• Monitor & Improve: Manage and verify all requirements, test plans, demo preparations, bug lists, and IRAD (Independent Research and Development) work. Sign off on completed work after thorough validation, ensuring all tasks meet the specified standards. Keep a detailed account of project status updates and facilitate the smooth progress of all project activities. Foster a "fail fast, learn fast" culture, using agile metrics (e.g., velocity, cycle time) to drive team efficiency and innovation.
• Strategic Planning & Business Development: Assist in aligning product development cycles and performance benchmarks with the broader company strategy. Work with business development teams to draft winning proposals and maintain strong customer relations.

Benefits

• AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.

What This Job Offers

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