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# Manager Software Engineering 2 - Software Development Lead

- **Company:** Northrop Grumman
- **Location:** San Diego, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $161,100.0 - $241,700.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Adobe InDesign, Systems Engineering, C++ (Programming Language), Linux, Embedded Software, Ethernet, Hardware Interface Design, Python (Programming Language), Scrum Methodology, Real-Time Operating Systems, SAP (Applications), Software Engineering, VxWorks, Data Server Interface
- **Published:** July 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9023403/manager-software-engineering-2-software-development-lead

## About the Role

* Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline and 9 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master's degree in a STEM discipline and 7 years of related engineering experience; OR a PhD in a STEM discipline and 4 years of related engineering experience.
 * 4+years of recent experience with at least two of: C, C++, Python
 * Hands-on experience with a real-time OS (VxWorks, INTEGRITY, Real-Time Linux, etc.)
 * Knowledge of embedded software architecture and hardware interface impacts
 * Familiarity with most of these data interfaces: 1553, Serial, Discrete & Analog I/O, Ethernet/IP, and Fiber Channel
 * Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills
*

 * Ability to obtain and maintain initial Special Access Program (SAP) access via a Program Access Request (PAR). This SAP/PAR must be obtained within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs. Initial PAR is not required to onboard.
 * Ability to obtain and maintain subsequent SAP PARs following commencement of employment to be able to completely support statement of work.

 * Current applicable Special Access Program (SAP) clearance.
 * An advanced STEM degree
 * Prior functional or engineering management experience
 * Experience developing proposal inputs, cost account management, and resource planning

## Description

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is looking to add a to join our team in The candidate should be a self-starter with familiarity working in an Integrated Product Team (IPT) construct.

Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others.

This position is a combination of technical scope supporting the IPT Lead as the SW Development Team Lead and functional management responsibilities serving as a Software Section Manager.

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 * Provide Functional Management to direct reports, including career guidance, performance management, staffing, interviewing/onboarding, disciplinary actions, and direct engagement.
 * Lead Agile Scrum teams in design, implementation, test, and delivery of embedded software across multiple baselines and contracts
 * Work with Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) and hardware interfaces (1553, Serial, Ethernet/IP, etc.)
 * Own budget, schedule, and Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) reporting; coordinate with Integrated Product Team (IPT) leads, architects, and product owners
 * Manage product quality, risk identification, and remediation, support program reviews
 * Collaborate with systems engineering, program management, and other functional teams to meet company quality standards and contract-specified cost, schedule, and technical objectives

The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility. There is no remote / hybrid / telework available for this position. Travel up to 25% may be required.


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