Manager Embedded Software Engineer 1
Ngc· Defense· Oct 12, 2026 · 16d ago
Baltimore, MD
Hybrid
Full-time
Manager
$127K–$191K
5+ years exp
Job description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the Time Description
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 seeks to add an Mgr. Embedded Software Engineer 1 based out of Linthicum, MD. This position is in the E&S Baltimore and Partnered Sites supporting the Software Integration and Test organization.
As the Mgr. Embedded Software Engineer 1 you are responsible for overseeing and coordinating the people, resources and processes required to deliver software solutions. Additionally, you are responsible for managing people performance, providing excellent staff resources to programs, and the career development of employees.
Roles & Responsibilities:
Provide technical oversight of design, development, and integration of software components
Engage with business leaders and customers to understand and drive business execution
Support the team in identifying and addressing impediments to the attainment of goals, including taking action to remove impediments where appropriate
Drive sustainable continuous improvement, including by collating and deriving insights from data
Generate proposal and estimates inputs for new work
Lead the team in applying the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools using Agile development methodology
Guide the team in compliance with the Internal Software Development Plan (iSDP) and the Agile Development Plan (ADP)
Coordinate with other disciplines when needed such as Systems and Hardware
Candidates must have strong communication and people leadership skills
Set, track, and measure employee performance expectations
Guide employees regarding career development
Provide technical and business coaching and mentoring
Communicate direction from the higher-level organization and uphold principles of the organization
The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility. There is no remote / hybrid / telework available for this position. Travel up to 25% may be required.
Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing: upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success: operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, We pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others.
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Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics or related technical fields) with 5 years of related experience, or Master’s degree with 3 years of related experience
US Citizenship Required
An active/current DoD Secret clearance. Secret clearance is required to start. Must be able to obtain a Special Program Access. Must be able to maintain this level of clearance and Program Access for continued employment.
Must have atleast 1 years experience as a Software Engineering/Development Team Leader
Prior experience leading a software development team
1 years identifying risks, suggesting mitigation, tracking defects, developing resolutions, and reporting status.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience within an IPT lead role.
Prior CAM (Cost Account Management) experience.
Working knowledge of Linux or VxWorks operating systems
Management of budget for technical activities
Experience with SonarQube and/or KlocWork tools
Working knowledge of software architecture and open standards in use by the defense industry
Experience with Gitlab
Experience with the Atlassian tool set, Jenkins, and Software Integration & Test
Experience generating proposals and estimates inputs for new work
Prior software functional management experience (executing performance appraisals, staffing allocations, software process leadership, and career goals development)
Primary Level Salary Range: $127,000.00 - $190,600.00
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 northropgrumman.com. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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