Senior Software Engineering Manager (Mgr 3)

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Northridge
Posted on: April 9, 2021

Job Description:

Category: EngineeringLocation: Northridge, CaliforniaUS Citizenship Required for this Position: YesClearance Type: SecretTelecommute: No -Teleworking not available for this positionShift: 1st ShiftTravel Required: Yes, 10 % of the TimePositions Available: 1Are you looking for a rewarding and challenging career as a Senior Software Engineering Manager (Manager 3)? If so, then Northrop Grumman Defense Systems in Northridge, CA, may be the employer for you! Reporting to the Director of Systems Engineering, the Software Manager is responsible for overall management of the Software Department, including two Embedded Software departments as well as the Special Test Equipment (STE) Software group. In this role, the Software Manager will support the implementation of strategic goals and objectives as applicable to Software Engineering to support overall business objectives as well as directing the activities of the Embedded Software functional managers in support of these objectives. In addition, the Software Manager will manage the day to day activities of the STE Software group. The role will ensure software engineering projects, initiatives, and processes are in conformance with the organization's established policies and procedures. Duties and Responsibilities:Coach and develop staff by providing an environment that encourages ongoing professional growth. Ensure staff receive the appropriate training and skill development opportunities to be successful in their roles.Take lead responsibility for Software issues. Develop plans to resolve issues, communicate the plan, and advise Senior Management on progress.Lead software process improvement initiatives to ensure alignment with CMMI Maturity Level 3 and AS9100.Actively participate in process improvement and process corrective action boards/groups.Recommend use of tools and technologies to ensure alignment to operational initiatives.Act as a resource to the department staff by providing guidance, interpretation, training and key input regarding operating procedures and processes.Provide resources for proposals; participate in proposal writing as needed; develop, review, and approve Basis of Estimates (BOEs) as needed.Establish and maintain the software engineering department budget; review and approve budgets of subordinate managers.Work with Sr. Management and Program Management to ensure all programs are adequately and appropriately staffed.Review and approve weekly labor.Establish annual employee goals and conduct periodic performance appraisals against the goals.Address employee administrative issues.Manage hiring activities, including creating job requisitions, recruiting, interviewing, and making hiring decisions.Perform other duties as assigned.Relocation assistance, while not guaranteed, may be available.Basic Qualifications:BS in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, or Math15 years software engineering experiencePrevious functional engineering management experienceC/C++ embedded programming experienceCurrent/active Secret clearance or higherPreferred Qualifications:MS in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, or MathFamiliarity with Agile methodology, tools, and best practicesExperience with CMMI Maturity LevelExperience interacting with higher level managementExperience interacting with external customersNorthrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

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