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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineering Manager 2 - **Company:** Northrop Grumman - **Location:** Annapolis, MD, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $153,800.0 - $230,800.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Embedded Software, Software Engineering, Software Project Management, Software Systems, SONAR (Symantec) - **Published:** September 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9140623/software-engineering-manager-2 ## About the Role The successful candidate should have demonstrated experience in developing embedded software., * Bachelor's degree in a STEM related field with 8 years of experience in a software engineering discipline; OR a Masters degree in a STEM related field with 6 years of experience in a software engineering discipline; OR a PhD in a STEM related field with 4 years of experience in a software engineering discipline. * Experience in a technical leadership role on a software project * Experience with developing embedded software * Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment * Effective communication and presentation skills * High proficiency in technical problem solving, to include decomposition, root cause analysis, solution development, implementation, and monitoring * U.S. citizen with ability to obtain a Top Secret and Special Access clearances may be required for this position Preferred Qualifications: * Active TS / SCI w/ poly * Masters' degree in a relevant technical or management specialty. ## Description Northrop Grumman Mission Systems (NGMS) seeks to fill a Manager of Software Engineering 2 position based in Annapolis, MD. The role consists of leading a team of embedded software engineers that support development and production of SONAR systems software, as well as new business pursuits to ensure quality software solutions. This position is a dual role encompassing both people and project/technical participation. * Lead a Software functional group of 10 to 12 engineers including performance management, career development, staffing, and compensation planning * The Software Manager will have an ability to operate in a team environment and collaborate across business areas as required to accomplish the team goals. * The selected candidate will work closely with Managers of other engineering disciplines, and Program Managers. * The candidate must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, demonstrated leadership skills, and the ability to work both independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team in a fast-paced environment ranging from research and development to legacy products and production support. * Provide project and technical oversight for design activities performed by the group * Develop proposal inputs and review proposal content for both internal and external customers * Support department initiatives, technology roadmap creation, cross-campus/sector involvement, and internally funded projects * Support recruiting, interviewing, and hiring * Support fostering employee engagement and knowledge sharing ## Related Videos - [You’re a great coder? 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