Group Leader – Mission Software Architectures & Applications II
Core
Lead and manage a team of 10-20 engineers to design and implement robust, highly reliable software architectures for mission-critical systems including space, hypersonic, and autonomous defense applications.
Role type
Senior IC Group Leader / Technical Director
Builds
Mission-critical software architectures and avionics technologies for national security and defense systems
Domain
Defense, Aerospace, Embedded Systems, Mission Software
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Team leadership (10-20 people), Embedded systems expertise, Strategic planning, Performance management, Technical proposal development, Conflict resolution, Mentoring
Preferred skills
Guidance, navigation, and control (GNC) hardware experience, Earned Value Management (EVM), Cost and schedule management, Technical Director/PI experience, Market trend analysis
Technologies
Embedded systems, Avionics, Mission-critical software stacks
Responsibilities
Shape workforce talent and develop differentiating capabilities, Collaborate with customers and internal program offices to align technology roadmaps, Direct R&D activities and research proposals, Conduct performance reviews and advocate for staff growth, Write job requisitions and lead hiring processes, Serve as Lead Subject Matter Expert for specialty area
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities