Software Engineering Manager Aerospace & Defense Systems Full-Time Philadelphia Metro Area
Northwest Talent Solutions (NWTS) is recruiting on behalf of a leading Aerospace & Defense technology innovator developing high-assurance encryption products and tactical communication systems that protect national security.
This is a career-defining opportunity to lead cutting-edge software development in secure communications real-time systems and mission-critical defense technology alongside some of the brightest engineers in the industry.
If youre passionate about innovation leadership and impact this is your opportunity to make a measurable difference for our nations warfighters and global security.
What Youll Do:
-
Lead the software design and development lifecycle from requirements analysis and system design through implementation and testing.
-
Establish and optimize development standards coding practices and quality controls to elevate performance across multiple engineering teams.
-
Partner with Systems Electrical and Software Engineering leaders to drive cross-functional collaboration and efficient project execution.
-
Manage staffing hiring and mentorship for a growing team of engineers fostering technical excellence and professional growth.
-
Provide leadership in proposal development cost estimation and EVMS-based project management.
-
Contribute to hands-on development and technical reviews to ensure high-assurance product delivery.
What You Bring:
-
Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science Software or Electrical Engineering (Masters preferred).
-
9 years of software development experience (7 with Masters) including 2 years of technical leadership or team management.
-
Active DoD Secret Security Clearance (minimum required).
-
Experience with one or more of the following:
-
Embedded or real-time software development
-
Information Assurance / Encryption / Key Management
-
Naval or tactical communications systems
-
Secure wired/wireless systems
-
Familiarity with Agile / DevOps environments proposal writing and Basis of Estimate generation.
-
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a focus on results mentorship and innovation.
Why Work Through NWTS:
At Northwest Talent Solutions we connect elite engineering professionals with organizations shaping the future of defense aerospace and advanced technology.
Our Differentiators:
-
Aerospace & Defense Expertise Proven track record placing cleared engineering and systems leaders in secure environments.
-
AI-Driven Talent Intelligence Precision sourcing and predictive analytics to connect top technical leaders with high-impact missions.
-
OFCCP-Compliant Clearance-Sensitive Recruitment We understand the rigor and responsibility that come with national security work.
-
Speed & Accuracy Pre-vetted ready-to-interview candidates delivered with exceptional alignment and confidentiality.
Northwest Talent Solutions LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected veteran status.
Apply Today
If youre ready to lead innovation that strengthens national defense and protects critical networks wed love to hear from you.
#SoftwareEngineeringManager #AerospaceEngineering #DefenseJobs #SecureCommunications #EmbeddedSoftware #InformationAssurance #EncryptionTechnology #AgileDevelopment #EVMS #ClearedJobs #NowHiring #PhiladelphiaJobs #EngineeringLeadership #NWTS #AIRecruiting #DefenseTechnology #SecurityClearanceJobs #NationalSecurityCareers
Software Engineering Manager Aerospace & Defense Systems Full-Time Philadelphia Metro Area Northwest Talent Solutions (NWTS) is recruiting on behalf of a leading Aerospace & Defense technology innovator developing high-assurance encryption products and tactical communication systems that protect n...
Software Engineering Manager Aerospace & Defense Systems Full-Time Philadelphia Metro Area
Northwest Talent Solutions (NWTS) is recruiting on behalf of a leading Aerospace & Defense technology innovator developing high-assurance encryption products and tactical communication systems that protect national security.
This is a career-defining opportunity to lead cutting-edge software development in secure communications real-time systems and mission-critical defense technology alongside some of the brightest engineers in the industry.
If youre passionate about innovation leadership and impact this is your opportunity to make a measurable difference for our nations warfighters and global security.
What Youll Do:
-
Lead the software design and development lifecycle from requirements analysis and system design through implementation and testing.
-
Establish and optimize development standards coding practices and quality controls to elevate performance across multiple engineering teams.
-
Partner with Systems Electrical and Software Engineering leaders to drive cross-functional collaboration and efficient project execution.
-
Manage staffing hiring and mentorship for a growing team of engineers fostering technical excellence and professional growth.
-
Provide leadership in proposal development cost estimation and EVMS-based project management.
-
Contribute to hands-on development and technical reviews to ensure high-assurance product delivery.
What You Bring:
-
Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science Software or Electrical Engineering (Masters preferred).
-
9 years of software development experience (7 with Masters) including 2 years of technical leadership or team management.
-
Active DoD Secret Security Clearance (minimum required).
-
Experience with one or more of the following:
-
Embedded or real-time software development
-
Information Assurance / Encryption / Key Management
-
Naval or tactical communications systems
-
Secure wired/wireless systems
-
Familiarity with Agile / DevOps environments proposal writing and Basis of Estimate generation.
-
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a focus on results mentorship and innovation.
Why Work Through NWTS:
At Northwest Talent Solutions we connect elite engineering professionals with organizations shaping the future of defense aerospace and advanced technology.
Our Differentiators:
-
Aerospace & Defense Expertise Proven track record placing cleared engineering and systems leaders in secure environments.
-
AI-Driven Talent Intelligence Precision sourcing and predictive analytics to connect top technical leaders with high-impact missions.
-
OFCCP-Compliant Clearance-Sensitive Recruitment We understand the rigor and responsibility that come with national security work.
-
Speed & Accuracy Pre-vetted ready-to-interview candidates delivered with exceptional alignment and confidentiality.
Northwest Talent Solutions LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected veteran status.
Apply Today
If youre ready to lead innovation that strengthens national defense and protects critical networks wed love to hear from you.
#SoftwareEngineeringManager #AerospaceEngineering #DefenseJobs #SecureCommunications #EmbeddedSoftware #InformationAssurance #EncryptionTechnology #AgileDevelopment #EVMS #ClearedJobs #NowHiring #PhiladelphiaJobs #EngineeringLeadership #NWTS #AIRecruiting #DefenseTechnology #SecurityClearanceJobs #NationalSecurityCareers
View more
View less