Software Area Manager

General Dynamics

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Location
Sterling Heights, MI
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15 days ago
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About General Dynamics

General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation, ship construction, land combat vehicles, and information technology. It serves customers in the U.S. government, allied governments, and a diverse array of commercial markets.

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TL;DR · Software Area Manager

The Software Area Manager leads the activities and personnel within the Software Engineering organization, specifically overseeing middleware applications and firepower systems for combat vehicles. This role provides technical direction to engineers developing vehicle coordination, power control, and turret interfaces while ensuring code quality, performance stability, and security. The manager is responsible for hiring, mentoring staff, managing budgets, and tracking department metrics. Key responsibilities include coordinating task assignments based on skill sets and ensuring compliance with Military Standards, SAR, and CDRL requirements. Candidates must possess a degree in Computer Science or a related engineering field and demonstrate proficiency in Linux, Unix, Git, Bitbucket, Java, C#, C++, C, Python, and QT. The role addresses the technical challenge of integrating complex electronic architectures into advanced tracked and wheeled military vehicle platforms.

What you'll do

  • Provide technical direction to software engineers for middleware applications and firepower systems.
  • Lead product development and integration activities while ensuring code quality, performance stability, and security.
  • Manage section budgets and project schedules to ensure deliverables are met on time and within cost.
  • Recruit, hire, mentor, and conduct performance reviews for engineering staff.
  • Coordinate task assignments for software engineers based on their specific experience levels and skill sets.
  • Ensure all software development complies with military standards, special access requirements, and contract data lists.
  • Develop and track department metrics to monitor team performance and project progress.
  • Participate in technical reviews and contribute to customer proposals and presentations.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a similar engineering discipline.
  • 10 years of work-related experience is required.
  • Experience in a management role is preferred.
  • Expert level proficiency in Microsoft Office suite applications.
  • Proficiency with Linux, Unix, Git, Bitbucket, Java, C#, C++, C, Python, and QT.
  • Knowledge of ISO 9001/ISO 14001, OHSAS18001, and CMMI standards.
  • Experience with Earned Value Measurement Systems (EVMS).
  • US Citizenship is required and the ability to obtain or hold a Secret clearance is required.

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