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Manager Embedded Software Engineer 1

Northrop Grumman
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San Diego, CA, USA
Sep 21, 2026
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

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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.

Job Description


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 an Embedded Software Engineering Manager based out of San Diego, CA. 


What You'll Get to Do:

The embedded SW engineering manager will lead a section of approximately 10-15 software engineers working within the San Diego Engineering and 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/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 communications systems within our Fighter Networked Systems (FNS) and Advanced Comms & Networks (ACN) operating units (OU), representing our Engineering and Sciences organization.


This manager will support and be accountable for goals including:


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

Basic Qualifications:

  • BS + 5 years of exp in related STEM field; MS + 3 years of exp. 
  • Proficiency in C/C++, Object Oriented programming, and software lifecycle processes
  • Candidate must have excellent written, communication, and emotional intelligence skills, and be able to work independently and within groups.
  • Ability to facilitate/mediate in conflict resolution matters.
  • Must have an active Secret Clearance
  • Candidate must be able to work on site full-time at the Rancho Carmel facility.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • MS in Computer Engineering, or a related STEM field, with 8 or more years of technical experience.
  • Experience in testing and troubleshooting Link16 waveform in an embedded software environment
  • Hands-on experience with lab equipment such as Tactical Datalink radios/terminals
  • Familiarity with the Link 16/TACAN Waveform ICD
  • Experience with Software Defined Radios
  • Experience with the Avionics Operating System
  • Current direct program duties within the Communications Solutions (CS) Business Unit (BU), including F-22, F-35, CNI, and Advanced Communications.
  • Previous experience as a functional manager or technical team leader
  • Experience integrating low-level firmware and software in complex real-time multi-threaded embedded applications
  • Experience with RTOS designs and implementing secure software for embedded systems
  • Experience with ARM architecture and peripherals
  • Experience using Jira/Bitbucket/Git and the Agile software development process
  • Experience with Communication Protocols (I2C, SPI, UART, PCIe, Ethernet)
  • Experience with Networking protocols (IPSec, TLS)
  • Experience with TCP/IP and common network configurations
  • Experience implementing cryptographic mechanisms using dedicated software libraries (wolfSSL)
  • Familiarity with Linux kernel driver development/modifications
  • Familiarity with assembly language
  • Familiarity with bare metal embedded device drivers
  • Familiarity with PowerPC architectures and peripherals
  • Familiarity with VHDL/Verilog/FPGA
  • Familiarity with Xilinx tools (Vitis, Vivado)
  • Familiarity with IBM tools (Rhapsody, DOORS, Clearcase)
  • Familiarity with Green Hills AdaMulti
  • Familiarity with Static Analysis and Unit Testing
  • DOD Top Secret and SAR highly preferred
Primary Level Salary Range: $133,000.00 - $199,600.00The 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.

Job ID

R10245176

Security Clearance

SECRET
About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman solves the toughest problems in space, aeronautics, defense and cyberspace to meet the ever-evolving needs of our customers worldwide. Our 90,000 employees are Defining Possible every day to create and deliver advanced systems, products and services. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will allow you to work together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines.

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