Software Engineering Manager 2 - SW Lead

Description

The company's Aeronautics Systems unit is hiring a software development lead for a manager role, based on site in San Diego, CA.

The team is roughly 10 to 20 people who take software through the full development life cycle in an Agile setting.

The role is dual-hatted, combining hands-on technical software work with people and program management.

Relocation assistance may be available.

A Secret clearance is required before the start date.

Travel is expected at about 10% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team's planning, execution and delivery of software products to the next level of integration, within contract cost, schedule and technical requirements.
• Track progress and work quality using Agile metrics and EVMS, and apply Agile techniques across the product life cycle.
• Manage risk and give the team technical direction.
• Work with software development, systems engineering, test automation, DevSecOps and systems test groups to meet the contract's mission engineering objectives.
• Take part in design, implementation and delivery of software to customers.
• Work with systems engineers, hardware designers and integration and test engineers to build and maintain complex software systems.
• Build an inclusive workplace and keep team workloads sustainable.
• Plan staffing to meet current program needs and future growth, and assign work that also develops the people doing it.
• Hold ongoing performance conversations to identify growth areas, gaps and training needs, complete the enterprise review cycle, and oversee pay and career progression.
• Report to the program's GSEG IPT lead and to the Software Department Manager on the engineering leadership side.

Requirements

• A STEM bachelor's degree plus 9 years of related professional experience that includes software development, or a master's degree plus 7 years of the same.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and emotional intelligence, with the ability to work alone and in groups.
• Ability to facilitate and mediate conflict resolution.
• Proficiency in software development, object-oriented programming and software life cycle processes.
• Working familiarity with other engineering disciplines, including manufacturing, test, systems, quality and electrical.
• An active U.S. government Secret clearance.
• Ability to work on site.
• Preferred: prior experience as a functional manager or technical team leader.
• Preferred: hands-on experience with DoD communications systems.
• Preferred: proficiency in C/C++, Python, Java, XML and multi-threaded Linux environments.
• Preferred: familiarity with OMS/UCI infrastructure.
• Preferred: experience with DevOps tools such as the Atlassian suite, GitLab, Jenkins, Coverity and BlackDuck.
• Preferred: direct supervisory experience and/or significant team leadership.
• Preferred: familiarity with EVMS reporting and CAM duties.
• Preferred: familiarity with supply chain, procurement, logistics and mission assurance.

Conditions

On-site work in San Diego, CA.

Travel about 10% of the time.

Secret clearance required for start.

Relocation assistance may be available.

Primary level base salary range is $161,100.00 to $241,700.00. This is a general guideline, and the final offer depends on factors such as the scope of the role, the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

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

Benefits

• Possible eligibility for overtime, shift differential and a discretionary annual bonus, which rewards individual contributions and 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.