Software Engineering Manager

Griffon Aerospace, a leader in the exciting Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) industry, is seeking a talented Software Engineering Manager to establish, execute, and continuously improve our software engineering processes and tools. Griffon Aerospace is an AS 9100D/ISO 9001-2015 certified business. We use these processes for UAS design, manufacturing, production, testing and operations including other aerospace-based products. Our Madison, AL based small business is seeking innovative individuals who want to join an up tempo, maker culture that proudly provides products and services to support the American Warfighter!

Griffon is seeking a hands-on technical leader who can actively contribute to software tasks while guiding and managing the team

DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

• Experience implementing DevSecOps tools and processes, including CI/CD pipelines, security testing, and automation.
• Strong understanding of software architectures, embedded systems, and cybersecurity principles.
• Experience in UAS, aerospace, or defense software development.
• Knowledge of cloud-based DevSecOps environments, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and security frameworks (Zero Trust, RMF).
• Familiarity with real-time operating systems (RTOS), flight control software, or embedded development is preferred.
• Experience working in a DoD or military aviation environment.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing with disparate functional groups.

REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of software engineering experience, with 3+ years in a leadership or management role.
• Familiarity with software safety standards for aircraft, such as RTCA/DO-178 and MIL-STD-882.
• Proven ability to develop and continuously improve software engineering processes.
• Ability to lead and mentor a team of software engineers, ensuring adherence to best practices in DevSecOps, cybersecurity, and software safety.
• Experience overseeing the development, integration, and deployment of mission-critical software for unmanned aircraft systems (UAS).
• Ability to travel.

JOB LOCATION

• Madison, Alabama, United States

POSITION TYPE

• Full-Time/Regular

COMPENSATION/BENEFITS

• Competitive Salary/Comprehensive Benefits Package

US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED

• Yes

SECURITY CLEARANCE

• Yes, ability to gain and maintain a secret clearance.