Software Engineering Manager

• Architect and engineer high-performance software utilizing core programmatic languages to support complex aerospace and defense platforms.
• Champion modernization initiatives for heritage software infrastructure to elevate system efficiency, sustainability, and operational resilience.
• Synthesize engineering blueprints across multi-disciplinary teams, aligning software systems with hardware configurations and overall program milestones.
• Drive deep-dive technical reviews, framework conceptualization, and strategic engineering choices for real-time mission-critical platforms.
• Isolate and rectify system-level vulnerabilities within embedded frameworks and intricate code structures.
• Formulate comprehensive lifecycle plans, generating detailed Basis Of Estimates, Integrated Master Plans, and Integrated Master Schedules.
• Maximize code quality and engineering rigor through systematic peer reviews and the promotion of modern development practices., * Cultivate the professional trajectories of technical staff, delivering tailored coaching, objective evaluation, and targeted career advancement paths.
• Manage talent allocation, staffing forecasting, resource mapping, and internal recruitment processes to sustain peak team productivity.
• Foster an environment rooted in accountability, operational excellence, and technical innovation.
• Support strategic capture operations, bidding documentation, and foundational software engineering process enhancements.

• Active U.S. DoD Secret Security Clearance (or higher, with background check completed within the preceding five years), with the capacity to secure Special Access Authorizations.
• U.S. Citizenship is mandatory to satisfy federal contractual regulations.
• University degree (Bachelors Degree or equivalent) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a directly related technical field.
• Minimum of 8 years of professional software creation expertise, paired with at least 2 years of proven Technical Leadership, Team Leadership, or Engineering Supervision.
• Extensive hands-on background developing code within environments utilizing C, C++, Python, or C#.
• Demonstrated history working within Aerospace / Defense, Embedded Systems, Simulation, or Real-Time Applications.
• Solid proficiency executing within Agile Methodologies, Scrum, or Waterfall Methodologies.
• Capability to execute strategic programmatic mapping, including Basis Of Estimates, Integrated Master Plans, and Integrated Master Schedules.
• Flexibility to accommodate periodic domestic travel and extended operational schedules to meet critical project deliverables.

Desirable Background Exposure

• Real-Time Software Development and Embedded Systems engineering.
• Legacy Software Modernization and Software Architecture implementation.
• Multi-Threaded Applications construction.
• System Integration Testing, verification protocols, and Proposal Management.

StaffRight Associates is sourcing for a premier U.S. defense technology innovator to identify a dynamic Software Engineering Manager for an onsite engagement in Binghamton, New York. This unique position bridges high-level technical execution with team development, dedicating approximately 80% of its focus to hands-on engineering architecture and 20% to personal mentorship. In this role, you will steer the creation of advanced, real-time software solutions that reinforce critical national defense initiatives, ensuring deep technical involvement while cultivating a high-performing engineering unit., Nestled in New York scenic Southern Tier, Binghamton offers a rare balance of career vitality and family-focused living.^ On the professional front, the region has evolved into a powerhouse for advanced manufacturing, aerospace, and defense tech, anchored by major industry players and the world-class research engine of Binghamton University. This creates an excellent climate for career longevity without the cutthroat congestion of a massive metro area. For families, that professional growth is paired with an exceptionally affordable cost of living.^ Excellent public schools, safe, tight-knit suburban neighborhoods like Endwell and Chenango Bridge, and beautiful parks provide a nurturing environment to raise children.^ Ultimately, Binghamton allows you to build a high-impact career while maintaining the time, space, and financial freedom to actually enjoy life with the people who matter most.^ Joining StaffRight Associates When you partner with StaffRight Associates in your search for your next role, you're doing more than pursuing a job, you're aligning yourself with a team of experts committed to placing top-tier talent in truly impactful positions. We take pride in fostering professional growth and connecting forward-thinking individuals with organizations that value innovation and excellence. We look forward to showcasing your expertise in a way that resonates with our clients and opens the door to meaningful opportunities.