Manager Software Engineering 2 (San Diego)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the time

Overview

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people’s lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history – from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work – and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they’re making history.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission‑enabling solutions for global security. Our organization is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter.

Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real‑life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.

We are looking for you to join our team as a Software Engineering Manager based out of San Diego, CA.

What You’ll Get To Do

The software engineering manager will lead a section of approximately 10–15 application software engineers working within the San Diego Engineering & Sciences (E&S) Software and Digital Technologies (SWDT) department. The successful candidate will lead direct‑report employees based on organizational goals, program activity, and company policies. Specific responsibilities include coordinating with programs for staffing, recruiting, training, preparing, and delivering performance reviews to employees; evaluating and recommending employees for promotions; evaluating salaries and coordinating with Human Resources on potential adjustments; assisting employees in preparing performance goals; providing career guidance to employees and counseling employees on their performance as necessary. Program execution and engineering excellence are our driving forces. The qualified candidate shall also be a technical performer, working approximately 80% directly on programs involving systems within the Connectivity & Network Solutions (CNS) business unit (BU), representing our Engineering and Sciences organization.

Accountable Goals

• Cultivate an inclusive and engaging workplace. Ensure employees’ work‑life balance is appropriate.
• Workforce: maintain staff adequate to execute program plans, and for strategic growth. Plan assignments and fill program needs to ensure success, also offering growth opportunities to individuals.
• Performance management: engage with staff to identify growth opportunities, deficiencies, appropriate training, etc. Execute the enterprise review cycle. Manage compensation and career progression.
• Support the creation, updating, and maintenance of software engineering processes.

Basic Qualifications

• BS + 8 years of experience in a related STEM field; MS + 6 years of experience.
• Candidate must have excellent written, communication, and emotional intelligence skills, and be able to work independently and within groups.
• Ability to facilitate or mediate in conflict resolution matters.
• Proficiency in software development, object‑oriented programming, and software lifecycle processes.
• Familiarity with other engineering disciplines including manufacturing, test, systems, quality, and electrical.
• Must have an active Secret Clearance.
• Candidate must be able to work on site at the facility.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience as a functional manager or technical team leader.
• Candidate should have hands‑on experience with DoD communications systems.
• Proficiency in C/C++, Python, Java, XML, multi‑threaded Linux environments.
• Familiar with OMS/UCI infrastructure.
• Experience with DevOps technologies including the Atlassian suite, GitLab, Jenkins, Coverity, BlackDuck.
• Candidate should have direct supervisory experience and/or significant team leadership.
• Familiarity with EVMS reporting and CAM responsibilities.
• Familiarity with other organizational functions such as supply chain, procurement, logistics, and mission assurance.

Primary Level Salary Range: $161,100.00 - $241,700.00. The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate’s experience, education, skills and current market conditions. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, company‑paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.