MQ-25 Vehicle Management System (VMS) Software Engineering Mid-Level Manager

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Work type
On-site
Location
Hazelwood, MO
Salary
$198,050–$267,950 / yr
Employment
Full-time
Posted
2 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live today
Closes
Nov 18, 2026

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TL;DR · MQ-25 Vehicle Management System (VMS) Software Engineering Mid-Level Manager

The MQ-25 Vehicle Management System (VMS) Software Engineering Mid-Level Manager leads a team of real-time embedded software engineers, guidance, navigation and control engineers, and hardware engineers. This role involves managing the full software development lifecycle, including requirements development, design, coding, desktop and lab testing, and flight test support. The manager oversees the development of safety-critical flight and subsystem control software, integrating flight control laws, aircraft surface commands, and sensor signal processing. Key technical competencies include Agile Software Development, Earned Value Management, and Model Based Engineering. The position addresses the technical challenge of developing application layer and low-level infrastructure software for a new unmanned aircraft system designed to provide robust refueling capabilities and seamless integration with carrier catapult and recovery systems.

What you'll do

  • Manage a team of software engineers through the full software development life-cycle.
  • Oversee the development and maintenance of flight and subsystem control software for the MQ-25.
  • Lead requirements development, design, coding, desktop testing, lab testing, and flight test support.
  • Provide technical oversight and approval for software approaches in alignment with organizational strategy.
  • Coordinate with hardware/firmware vendors to develop application layer and low-level infrastructure software.
  • Develop and execute project plans, process plans, and technical roadmaps.
  • Manage project scheduling and Earned Value Management (EVM) activities.
  • Mentor engineers to develop their individual skills and fulfill future job responsibilities.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate of Science degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, chemistry, or a technical related field.
  • 5+ years of experience leading or managing a software engineering organization and software activities.
  • 3+ years of experience in program management including scheduling and Earned Value Management (EVM).
  • Experience in Agile Software Development.
  • Experience with Vehicle Management Systems (VMS) software development (preferred).
  • Experience with Model Based Engineering (MBE) (preferred).
  • Must be a U.S. Person as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 and able to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance.
  • Export Control Requirement: This position.

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