Embedded Software Engineering Manager 2 - Security Clearance Required

Requisition ID : R10167088

Category : * Engineering

Location : * Linthicum, Maryland, United States of America

Clearance Type : * Secret

Telecommute : * No- Teleworking not available for this position

Shift : * 1st Shift (United States of America)

Travel Required : * Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Assistance : * Relocation assistance may be available

Positions Available : * 1 At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come.

Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon.

We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way.

Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible.

Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions.

In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning.

We’re looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions.

By joining in our shared mission, we’ll support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field, or an industry thought leader.

At Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career. We are looking for you to join our team as an Embedded Software Manager 2 based out of Linthicum, MD.

Summary of role* : This position will be based in our Maritime Electronic and Information Warfare operating unit with a focus on developing new electronic warfare systems to support the needs of the US and allied navies.

Specifically, this role will be the IPT lead and CAM for the Scaled Onboard Electronic Attack program and will include EVMS, stand up and oversight of agile development teams, organization and forecasting of technical work, collaboration with a software architect on the technical designs and solutions and the documentation of system requirements and design.

As a Software manager you are responsible for overseeing and coordinating the people, resources and processes required to deliver new software or upgrade existing products as well as managing people, executing performance reviews, staffing programs, and career development of employees.

• Software manager plans, directs and coordinates all activities related to the software team :
• Provide technical oversight of design, development, and integration of software components
• Support the team in identifying and addressing impediments to the attainment of goals, including taking action to remove impediments where appropriate
• Drive sustainable continuous improvement, including by collating and deriving insights from data
• Generate proposal and estimates inputs for new work
• Act as a Control Account Manager (CAM) using Earned Value Management System (EVMS)
• Lead the team in applying the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools using Agile development methodology
• Develop and guide the team in compliance of a Software Development Plan (SDP)
• Coordinate with other disciplines when needed such as Systems and Hardware and Program Management
• Candidate must have strong communication and people leadership skills *Software managers also manage a group of up to 15 direct reports : *
• Set attainable goals
• Execute performance reviews
• Guide the employees regarding career development
• Support teams or individuals to improve performance and achieve goals through coaching and mentoring
• Provide Flowdown and direction from upper management and the organization *Basic Qualifications : *
• U.S Citizenship
• An Active DoD Secret Clearance
• Experience as a Software Engineering / Development Team Leader
• Experience with Agile software development methodologies
• 9 years of relevant professional experience with a bachelor's degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or other STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline;

7 years with Masters; 4 years with a PhD, or an additional four years of experience in lieu of degree. *Preferred Qualifications :

Working knowledge of VxWorks and Linux operating systems

• Experience developing software for radar or electronic warfare systems
• Prior software functional management experience (executing performance appraisals, staffing allocations, software process leadership, and career goals development)
• Management of budget for technical activities using earned value management
• Familiarity with configuring and optimizing Atlassian JIRA, Confluence, and Bitbucket This position is contingent upon successful transfer of an active DoD Secret Clearance.

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company.

Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.

Your benefits will include the following : Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9 / 80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more! Northrop Grumman has approximately 90,000 employees in all 50 states and in more than 27 countries.

We strive to attract and retain the best employees by providing an inclusive work environment wherein employees are receptive to diverse ideas, perspectives, and talents to help solve our toughest customer challenges : to develop and maintain some of the most technically sophisticated products, programs, and services in the world.

Our Values. The women and men of Northrop Grumman Corporation are guided by Our Values. They describe our company as we want it to be.

We want our decisions and actions to demonstrate these Values. We believe that putting Our Values into practice creates long-term benefits for shareholders, customers, employees, suppliers, and the communities we serve.

Our Responsibility. At Northrop Grumman, we are committed to maintaining the highest of ethical standards, embracing diversity and inclusion, protecting the environment, and striving to be an ideal corporate citizen in the community and in the world.

Salary Range : *$145,000 - $217,400 The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and / or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

For our complete EEO / AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.