Job Description
Who We Are:
Join the Defense and Intelligence Solutions Division as a Software Engineering Section Manager, leading top software developers providing solutions for next generation signal intelligence systems that span various customers and requirements across Air, Land, and Sea platforms. Lead, manage, and mentor software development staff, as well as driving innovation through new technologies, frameworks, and architectures.
Objectives of this Role:
- Lead, manage, and mentor software engineers, strengthening technical expertise and supporting long-term professional growth.
- Provide guidance on task decomposition, estimation, prioritization, execution, and effective software development practices.
- Build strong customer relationships by understanding mission and business needs and translating them into effective technical solutions.
- Support business development through requirements refinement, technical approaches, estimates, and proposal development.
- Apply hands-on software development experience, design practices, development tools, CI/CD, and task-management systems to provide technical leadership and software management support across programs and development teams.
- Communicate effectively with customers, technical teams, leadership, and remote staff regarding technical solutions, risks, and decisions.
- Develop clear technical documentation and tailor communication to the needs and expertise of the audience.
- Lead performance management and professional development of software staff, including meaningful performance reviews, recruiting, interviewing, and hiring.
- Support workforce and resource planning to meet current and future Division software needs.
Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:
- Provide direct line management for software engineers, including mentoring, career development, performance reviews, regular one-on-one engagement, workload coordination, and personnel responsibilities consistent with company policies and procedures.
- Grow and sustain software engineering teams through recruiting, interviewing, hiring, workforce planning, and resource management.
- Support Department and Division staffing needs and provide effective leadership on boards, committees, and technical initiatives.
- Provide software leadership at the project and Scrum Master level.
- Guide requirements development, software design, alternatives analysis, technical debt management, task estimation, scheduling, and execution to support predictable, on-time delivery.
- Partner with technical leaders to establish, improve, and promote software engineering standards, tools, and development practices aligned with evolving industry standards.
- Encourage innovation and support internal research and development initiatives.
- Support business development and capture activities aligned with organizational strategy.
- Contribute to proposals by developing software technical approaches, writing technical content, defining staffing and schedules, and producing credible development estimates.
Requirements:
- Requires a Bachelors or a Masters degree in Software Engineering, Software Development, Software Management, Engineering Management, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related degree field with related experience.
- PMP preferred.
- 10 years: Experience leading software engineering teams, conducting performance reviews, and developing direct reports.
- End-to-end software lifecycle experience required; hands-on design/development experience and a self-motivated commitment to continuous learning are highly desired.
- Proficient with Microsoft tools and experienced using AI tools to improve software development and routine workflows.
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools such as GitLab and TeamCity is highly desired. Skilled at developing and presenting material to varied audiences.
- Excellent verbal, written, and listening skills required for technical and management responsibilities.
- Must be detail-oriented, proactive, self-directed, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities. Strong conflict resolution and negotiation skills required.
- Experience supporting software proposals, including technical writing and development estimates.
- Skilled in reviewing technical documentation, architectures, frameworks, and designs.
- Familiarity with CMMI and other software quality standards is highly desired.
- A valid/clear driver's license is required.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | San Antonio, TX |
| Industry | Engineering Services |
| Company Size | 2,000 to 2,499 employees |
| Year Founded | 1947 |
| Website | http://www.swri.org/ |
Benefits
Paid Sick Days, Parking, Professional Development, Employee Referral Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Events, Retirement / Pension Plans, Tuition Reimbursement, Health Care on Site, Merchandise Discounts, Military Leave, On Site Cafeteria
About Company
We are R&D problem solvers providing independent, premier services to government and industry clients. Our multidisciplinary nature allows us to rapidly assemble diverse teams to tackle problems from multiple directions. We push the boundaries of science and technology to develop innovative solutions that advance the state of the art and improve human health and safety. Operating as a nonprofit since our 1947 inception, we work in the public’s best interest and toward the betterment of mankind. At SwRI, we tirelessly pursue innovation and excellence in science and technology for the betterment of humankind. We support work on nearly 4,000 client projects at any given time through a wide range of technical competencies with 2,574 staff members in nine technical divisions. Client services include, but are not limited to, Automotive and Transportation, Biomedical & Health, Chemistry & Materials, Computers and Electronics, Defense & Security, Earth & Space, Energy & Environment, and Manufacturing & Construction.
TECHNICAL DIVISIONS
- Applied Physics-Developing advanced electronic and microelectronic devices, power supplies, voice and data communication systems, robot test services, and payloads
- Applied Power-Using physical science research and applied engineering to produce sensors, instruments, and hardware used worldwide.
- Center for Nuclear Waste Regulatory Analyses-Resolving technical and regulatory issues related to a potential geologic repository for spent nuclear fule and high-level radioactive waste.
- Chemistry and Chemical Engineering-Performing research and technical services using chemistry and chemical engineering technology.
- Defense and & Intelligence Solutions-Providing advanced direction finding and tracking systems through geolocation system development.
- Fuels and Lubricants Research-Performing fuels and lubricants research activities to meet regulatory and competitive goals.
- Intelligent Systems-Providing engineering services in resaerch and development of complex systems and equipment.
- Mechanical Engineering-Improving safety, reliability, efficiency and life of new or existing mechanical components or systems.
- Powertrain Engineering-Designing and developing vehicle and engine components to achieve performance and emissions goals.
- Space Science & Engineering-Developing and managing advanced scientific payloads aboard satellites and sounding rockets.
PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
Innovation in science and technology has been a hallmark of Southwest Research Institute since its earliest days. It's no exaggeration to say we are committed to advancing science and applying technology to benefit government, industry, and all humankind. That is our mission. Our multidisciplinary, collaborative approach allows us to successfully solve clients' most challenging problems. Today, we are a leader among independent, nonprofit research and development organizations. Our staff of 2,574 scientists, engineers, analysts, and support staff members continues to accomplish outstanding fundamental and applied engineering and research for clients from diverse segments of government and industry. Adam L. Hamilton, P.E, President and CEO
IN THE COMMUNITY
Our staff is expert at developing solutions that help build a better tomorrow today; and that practical, innovative spirit carries through to our community interactions. Staff members generously donate time and outher resources to support food drives, blood drives, and other
outreach programs.
HONORS AND AWARDS
Southwest Research Institute has earned 43 R&D 100 awards since 1971. Each year R&D Magazine recognizes developments regarded as among the 100 most significant technical accomplishments. The Chicago Tribune dubbed the program "the Oscars of Invention".
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