Software Engineering Manager

AMERICAN SYSTEMS

. Plans, directs, and coordinates all activities associated with creating software across multiple functional areas supporting NAVAIR mission critical aircraft systems.

Posted 5/19/2026full-timeMcLean • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $133,000 - $222,100 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plans, directs, and coordinates all activities associated with creating software across multiple functional areas supporting NAVAIR mission critical aircraft systems.
Leads multiple programs/projects related to SW development, test, and sustainment including aircraft mission systems SW, simulation and distributed simulation software, and SW applications.
Prioritizes and allocates projects, products, and resources with the assistance of architects and managers.
Participates in the strategic decisions about technology, definition, architecture, and implementation of the software products.
Analyze and assess software architectures for potential technical refresh improvements.
Observe that development of mission critical software follows modern software practices.
Makes staffing decisions, such as hiring and placement of personnel.
Directs software development projects to include, ensuring that projects are completed on time and according to quality standards, facilitating communication upward and across project team including project status, justifications for variances and technical information.
Organizes projects through development of a project plan which includes communication of product goals as defined by top management, definition of project strategy, identification of the roles and responsibilities of key project groups, development of a schedule with key milestones, identification of risks, contingency plans and allocation of project resources.
Monitors technology trends such as emerging standards for new technology opportunities.
Supports Business Development activities including marketing, capture, and proposal writing.
Provide leadership with strategic direction, support business growth initiatives, and collaborate with other organizations in the company in the pursuit of business opportunities.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or MIS
10-12 years of related work experience -or- Master's degree and 8-10 years of related work experience
5+ years in a supervisory capacity
Top Secret clearance required
At least five (5) years of experience in Software/Systems Engineering supporting DoD aircraft systems, DoD weapons systems, DoD mission systems or DoD support systems
Knowledge of DoW and DoN SW development standards and practices
Familiarity with competitive landscape at Pax River and NAVAIR

Benefits

Comp & perks

comprehensive benefits package
healthcare benefits
paid leave
retirement plans
insurance programs
education and training assistance

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Hard Skills & Tools

software developmentsoftware architectureproject managementsoftware testingsimulation softwaredistributed simulation softwaretechnical refresh improvementsmodern software practicesbusiness developmentproposal writing

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationstrategic planningresource allocationteam collaborationstaffing decisionsrisk managementorganizational skillsproblem-solvingdecision-making

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer EngineeringBachelor's degree in Computer ScienceBachelor's degree in MISMaster's degree in related fieldTop Secret clearance