Manager Software Engineering 1

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Warner Robins, GA, USA
In-Office
115K-172K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Logistics • Security • Software • Cybersecurity
The Role
Leads a software engineering team supporting defense and mission-system programs. Combines hands-on software development across the full lifecycle with technical leadership, process improvement, staffing, performance reviews, mentoring, and career development. Develops and maintains software, supports requirements through formal testing, resolves complex integration problems, and contributes to proposals and engineering initiatives. Requires work on-site in Warner Robins, Georgia, with Secret clearance eligibility and U.S. citizenship.
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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

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 Defense Systems Sector has a need for a Software Engineering Manager 1 at its campus in Warner Robins, GA. The successful candidate will demonstrate technical ability and leadership skills to achieve sustainable top performance.

As the Software Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating the people, resources and processes required to deliver new software or upgrade existing products. You will also be responsible for the leadership of managing people, executing performance reviews, staffing programs, and career development of employees.  Our engineering teams provide world-class engineering solutions to the sustainment and modernization of mission systems for our customers. Our programs include development, sustainment, and IR&D programs for systems that include aircraft self-protection systems, radar, and avionics. This position is a dual role position encompassing both technical leadership and performance as well as people leadership.

Position Responsibilities:

Technical Leadership and Performance:

  • Candidate will contribute technically to our current software programs. Technical responsibilities will include:

    • Develop, modify, and maintain software using software engineering best practices and standards.

    • Participate in the full life cycle of software development, to include requirements development, modeling and design, software development, unit to CSCI testing, integration, and formal system testing.

    • Apply technical expertise in solving complex software and integration problems.

  • Candidate will be a thought leader for software engineering practices and modern software strategies for their team.

  • Candidate may assist software engineering department manager in reviewing proposals, white papers, and other new business initiatives.
     

People Leadership:

  • Lead a small software engineering team that supports multiple programs:

    • Set attainable goals.

    • Execute performance reviews.

    • Guide the employees regarding career development.

    • Support teams or individuals to improve performance and achieve goals through coaching and mentoring.

    • Provide flowdown and direction from upper management and the organization.

  • May assist software engineering department manager in executing, updating, and maintaining department procedures.

  • Support organizational engineering initiatives.
     

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Science (B.S) degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or an equivalent STEM related discipline

  • Minimum of 5 years of direct relevant technical experience with B.S degree; Minimum of 3 years of direct relevant technical experience with M.S degree.

  • Proficient in C/C++ and/or Ada programming language

  • Proficient in all areas of formal software lifecycle process from requirements to formal testing

  • Interest in being a technical leader as well as a people manager.

  • Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

  • Able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance per business requirements. US Citizenship is a requirement.

  • Must be able to work at location in Warner Robins, GA.
     

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience as a lead engineer on software projects

  • Experience in object-oriented analysis and design

  • Experience programming in Ada

  • Experience using JIRA/Bitbucket and Smart Git

  • Experience with Electronic Warfare (EW) principles

  • Active Secret Security Clearance

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Primary Level Salary Range: $114,900.00 - $172,300.00

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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or an equivalent STEM discipline
  • At least 5 years of direct relevant technical experience with a bachelor's degree, or 3 years with a master's degree
  • Proficiency in C/C++ and/or Ada
  • Proficiency across the formal software lifecycle, from requirements development through formal testing
  • Interest in serving as both a technical leader and people manager
  • Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance
  • U.S. citizenship
  • Ability to work on-site in Warner Robins, Georgia
  • Experience as a lead engineer on software projects
  • Experience with object-oriented analysis and design
  • Experience programming in Ada
  • Experience using JIRA, Bitbucket, and Smart Git
  • Experience with electronic warfare principles
  • Active Secret security clearance

Northrop Grumman Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Northrop Grumman and has not been reviewed or approved by Northrop Grumman.

  • Healthcare Strength — Health coverage offers multiple medical plan options by region alongside dental, vision, mental‑health resources, and wellness programs. Recent materials also highlight added family‑building support, including a dedicated fertility benefit.
  • Retirement Support — The 401(k) savings plan is positioned as competitive with a company match, auto‑escalation features, and access to an employee stock fund/ESPP. Official filings and benefits guides emphasize retirement as a core element of the Total Rewards package.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Many sites offer a 9/80 schedule, generous PTO, paid holidays, and flexible/telework options where program needs allow. Paid parental and caregiver leave are prominently featured, with recent enhancements for the delivering parent.

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The Company
HQ: Charlotte, North Carolina
85,636 Employees

What We Do

We are a close-knit community of big thinkers collaborating to keep the world safe. Our passion, creativity and expertise bring next-level technology solutions to life in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, strike, space, and logistics and modernization for our customers around the globe. On the Northrop Grumman team, you’ll join our pursuit of excellence immersed in a dynamic culture of innovation and respect. Your unique perspective will help achieve our shared vision for the future of global security. Every step of the way, you'll be supported by world-class training, employee resource groups and a comprehensive benefits package that enables greater health and happiness for you and your family. Worldwide and across disciplines, we’re challenging what’s possible for technology to protect people and places from undersea to outer space and into cyberspace. And we see the impact of our performance every day. We are Northrop Grumman, and we work on what matters—now, you too can make a difference. Explore opportunities in engineering, IT, manufacturing, business management, cybersecurity and more with us. Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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