Manager Software Engineering 2
Quick Summary
Team Coaching & Development – Lead, mentor, and grow a team of software, DevOps, and AI engineers; hold regular 1:1s, staff meetings, and career‑development workshops.
Bachelor’s Degree in STEM related discipline and a minimum of 8 years related experience in Software Engineering, DevOps,
Northrop Grumman is seeking a forward‑thinking leader to join the engineering team in Aurora, Colorado as a Functional Software Engineering Manager Level 2. The selected individual’s primary role will be in a technical execution capacity for a program performing out of Aurora while also being accountable for managing a diverse group of 12‑15 engineer direct reports across the SW Engineering organization (SW, DevOps, AI/ML). This dual‑track role blends technical execution with people leadership and will report directly to the SW Department Manager.
The successful candidate will require a direct program position in addition to this role prior to starting.
Responsibilities
~1 min read- →Team Coaching & Development – Lead, mentor, and grow a team of software, DevOps, and AI engineers; hold regular 1:1s, staff meetings, and career‑development workshops. Identify and develop top performing talent across the organization.
- →Staffing & Talent Acquisition – Own the full hiring lifecycle: workforce planning, recruiting (including external hires), re‑assignment, onboarding, and retention strategies.
- →AI Solution Development – Help identify and implement AI solutions to accelerate daily tasks, improve organizational effectiveness, and drive data-driven talent development. Drive organization‑wide standardization and promote its adoption.
- →Performance Management – Set clear goals, conduct performance assessments, coordinate compensation reviews, and recognize high‑impact contributions.
- →Process Rigor – Enforce engineering‐process standards, agile/lean practices, and continuous‑improvement initiatives.
- →Employee Relations – Partner with HR Business Partner on HR matters, resolve personnel issues, and ensure compliance with corporate policies (goal setting, performance reviews, etc.).
Requirements
~2 min readBachelor’s Degree in STEM related discipline and a minimum of 8 years related experience in Software Engineering, DevOps, or AI Engineering; Master's degree and 6 years of related experience; or a PhD and 4 years of related experience
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Direct supervisory experience and/or significant team leadership such as IPT or equivalent role; Functional management experience
Experience with Business Development and capture-related activities
Process improvement experience
Breadth of software engineering lifecycle experience on large or small programs
Strong understanding of agile principles as well as other lean methodologies
Experience working with system requirements and architecture
Experience with DoD programs and processes
Minimum of 5 years direct technical execution experience in Software Engineering, DevOps, or AI/ML related position
Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Strong practical knowledge of Engineering Process and Management
Ability to resolve conflicts and negotiate with positive outcome
Experience working with both internal and external customers and partners
Location & Eligibility
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- October 5, 2026
- Last seen
- October 5, 2026
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