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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineering Manager - **Company:** Northrop Grumman - **Location:** Colorado Springs, CO, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Systems Engineering, Confluence, JIRA, Machine Learning, Salesforce.Com, Software Engineering, Systems Modeling Language, Stripe, Information Technology, Data Analytics - **Published:** August 28, 2026 - **Apply:** https://ngc.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Northrop_Grumman_External_Site/job/United-States-Colorado-Colorado-Springs/Staff-Integration-and-Test-Engineer--Project-Manager---26-405-_R10248198 ## About the Role * A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field from an accredited university, along with 12 years of experience; or a Master's degree (preferred) in a related field with 10 years of relevant work experience; or 8 years of relevant work experience may be considered as an alternative to a degree * Applicants must have a current, active in-scope Government-issued Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start with the ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret clearance and be indoctrinated into SCI clearance * Willingness to travel 10% of the time for business needs, * Minimum 12-15 years of progressive engineering leadership experience within DoD programs, preferably with direct involvement in C2BMC, Missile Defense Agency (MDA), or related space/defense domain initiatives * Demonstrated success managing large, geographically dispersed engineering teams (100+ personnel) across multiple companies and subcontractors * Experience with Agile Release Trains (ARTs) and SAFe/Agile methodologies in a complex, mission-critical environment * Direct experience with MDA or C2BMC programs, including familiarity with their technical architecture, integration and test practices, and operational concepts * Background in Integration and Test, network engineering, software development, or cyber engineering supporting large-scale secure communications and mission-critical platform/infrastructure solutions * Proven ability to lead multi-company, multi-discipline teams that include prime contractors (e.g., Northrop Grumman, Raytheon, Boeing, General Dynamics) and temporary-agency resources across multiple sites Technical Expertise: * Hands-on experience authoring and approving Basis of Estimates (BOE), cost proposals, and technical baselines * Strong background in earned value management (EVM) and cost/schedule risk analysis * Proven ability to deliver complex DoD systems (software, cyber, network, or hardware) on schedule and within budget while driving affordability and quality improvements * Expertise in digital engineering and model-based systems engineering (MBSE) tools (e.g., SysML, Cameo, IBM Engineering Lifecycle Management) and a record of implementing these practices to enhance productivity and traceability * Advanced proficiency with Agile collaboration platforms and the ability to tailor toolsets to support complex program workflows * Strong risk-management orientation, with a history of formally identifying, mitigating, and tracking technical risks and opportunities through earned value and quantitative analysis Stakeholder Interaction & Collaboration: * Direct experience briefing senior leadership and customers (e.g., senior MDA officials, program executives) on technical status, risks, and opportunities * Experience influencing and coordinating work across multiple external partners and prime contractors and managing vendor/temporary-agency staffing Core Skills & Tools: * Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex engineering issues into clear, action-oriented messages * Proficiency with Agile collaboration tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence) and an understanding of modern digital engineering practices Preferred Qualifications: * Applicants with a current, active in-scope Government-issued Top Secret security clearance at the time of application with the eligibility to be read on to SCI clearance are highly desired * SAFe® Product Owner / Product Manager or Release Train Engineer (RTE) certification, with demonstrated experience leading ARTs in a defense-focused environment * Advanced degrees (M.S. or Ph.D.) in Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or a related discipline are highly desired ## Description The Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program is a key component of the Missile Defense System. It is a vital operational system that enables the U.S. president, the Secretary of Defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and operational levels to plan ballistic missile defense operations, monitor the battle, and dynamically control networked sensors and weapon systems to achieve global and regional mission goals. C2BMC supports layered missile defense capabilities that enable an optimized response to threats across all ranges and flight phases. It serves as a force multiplier by networking, integrating, and synchronizing autonomous sensor and weapon systems and operations, both globally and regionally, to improve performance. C2BMC is essential for all ground and flight tests that verify and demonstrate the current and future capabilities of missile defense systems. The Integration and Test (I&T) Engineering Project Manager (EPM) will lead the I&T Resource Managed Area (RMA), directing all I&T commitments and ensuring that technical backlog items are prioritized, decomposed into executable epics and capabilities, and adequately staffed to meet schedule, cost, and performance objectives. As the primary technical authority for I&T across the C2BMC program, the EPM will ensure that engineering solutions, test plans, and system baselines align with the program's overall goals and modern engineering practices. Essential Functions: In this role, you will: * Lead the I&T RMA and own all I&T commitments and deliverables across the C2BMC program * Prioritize and decompose I&T technical backlog items into executable epics and capabilities, ensuring appropriate staffing and sequencing to meet schedule, cost, and performance objectives * Develop, maintain, and communicate the I&T portion of the program schedule, cost estimates, staffing plans, and risk/opportunity registers * Serve as Cost Account Manager (CAM) for the I&T RMA, owning earned value management (EVM) and control account responsibilities to ensure affordability and disciplined performance * Recruit, select, train, and retain a high-performing I&T workforce; manage work assignments, performance assessments, recognition, and disciplinary actions; and mitigate attrition against current and forecast demand signals * Act as the primary technical authority for I&T, validating that engineering solutions, test strategies, and system baselines are consistent with program goals, architectures, and modern engineering practices * Coordinate closely with Solution Chiefs, other RMAs, Agile Release Trains (ARTs), and external partners (e.g., Northrop Grumman, Raytheon, Boeing, General Dynamics) to resolve dependencies, address issues, and synchronize efforts across geographically dispersed teams * Author and approve Basis of Estimates (BOE) and proposal technical content for I&T efforts, ensuring resources are correctly sized to scope and that commitments are realistic and traceable * Lead risk and opportunity management for I&T: identify, evaluate, track, and mitigate I&T-related risks; drive timely execution of mitigation plans; and report status to senior leadership and customers * Provide clear, concise briefings and status updates to senior leaders, customers, and external stakeholders, acting as the primary spokesperson for I&T capabilities, health, and progress * Champion Agile system/software development methodologies within the I&T RMA, driving continuous improvement, data-informed decision-making, and adoption of digital engineering tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence, Agility) * Promote disciplined use of modern digital engineering and MBSE practices to enhance productivity, traceability, and technical rigor across I&T activities * Travel to development, testing, and operational sites as required to oversee I&T activities, conduct audits, and present the program in customer and partner meetings * Support on-call, evening, and weekend activities when necessary for system anomalies, major test events, or critical integration milestones, 2 Hours Ago Hybrid Denver, CO, USA 110K-204K Annually Senior level 110K-204K Annually Senior level Machine Learning * Payments * Security * Software * Financial Services Leads software engineering teams responsible for vulnerability remediation, application ownership, application support, and delivery. 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