Embedded Software Manager – Level 1 (Secret) Chandler

Description

The company builds launch systems and space hardware, and this role supports its embedded software teams across several Launch Systems programs in Chandler, AZ.

You will lead a team of about 10 software engineers, with plans to grow it to around 15, and help with program execution, staffing and technical delivery across the portfolio.

The work covers embedded, real-time and mission-critical software. The job splits time between people management and hands-on technical and program execution, with a focus on direct delivery, technical review, staffing alignment and delivery across multiple programs.

You will work closely with Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, GN&C, program leadership, chief engineers and functional leaders to solve technical, staffing and execution problems.

You will be expected to meet goals in the areas below.

Responsibilities

• Align staffing, recruiting, retention and development with the needs of embedded software programs and long-term growth.
• Coach, mentor and manage performance for software engineers, and build development plans in line with the enterprise review cycle.
• Help create, update and maintain software engineering processes, development standards, peer review expectations and disciplined delivery practices for embedded software.
• Guide teams through every software lifecycle stage, from requirements through design, coding, integration, test, verification, release, delivery and sustainment.
• Encourage sound engineering practice for embedded, real-time and mission-critical software, including technical reviews and hands-on help with execution issues when needed.
• Work with Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, GN&C, program leadership, chief engineers and functional leaders to resolve software technical, staffing and execution problems.
• Divide your time between management and direct technical and program execution support, including staffing that lets multiple programs deliver.
• Drive continuous improvement in tools, automation, DevSecOps workflows, quality practices, software affordability and delivery.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with 5 years of professional experience, or Master's degree with 3 years of professional experience. An additional 4+ years of experience may be considered in place of a degree.
• An active U.S. Government Secret security clearance at the time you apply, current and within scope.
• Professional experience supporting software development in an embedded, real-time, mission-critical, aerospace, defense or comparable hardware-integrated environment.
• Preferred: experience leading or giving technical leadership to embedded software teams in a defense, aerospace or other mission-critical setting.
• Preferred: experience with C/C++ and real-time operating systems (RTOS).
• Preferred: experience with embedded software development, integration, verification, release planning and delivery in a fast-moving development environment.
• Preferred: experience managing people, including coaching, mentoring, performance management, staffing, hiring, retention and/or development planning.
• Preferred: ability to balance people leadership with direct technical and program execution work.
• Preferred: experience coordinating with Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, GN&C and other cross-functional technical partners.
• Preferred: familiarity with EVMS reporting, CAM responsibilities and working within cost and schedule limits.
• Preferred: strong written and verbal communication, including explaining technical risks, priorities and tradeoffs to technical and program stakeholders.
• Preferred: familiarity with partners in supply chain, procurement, logistics, mission assurance and production operations.
• Preferred: a leader who acts with integrity, keeps conduct ethical, balances results and partner satisfaction, supports growth, builds collaborative teams and earns customer trust.

Conditions

100% onsite; telecommuting is not possible.

Travel is required 10% of the time.

Final clearances and program access must be obtained within a reasonable period, as decided by the company.

Schedule is 9/80, with every other Friday off.

Relocation assistance may be available.

Primary level base salary range is $114,900.00 to $172,300.00. Final offers depend on scope and responsibilities as well as experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

The application window is estimated at 20 days from the posting date and may be shortened or extended based on business needs and candidate availability.

The company is an equal opportunity employer.

Benefits

• Possible eligibility for overtime, shift differential and a discretionary annual bonus that rewards individual contributions and shared company results.
• Vice President and Director roles may be eligible for Long Term Incentives.
• Health insurance, life and disability insurance, a savings plan, paid company holidays and paid time off for vacation and personal business.