General Atomics Aeronautical Systems · 7 hours ago
Director of Software Engineering, DevOps
Poway, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$155K/yr - $289K/yr
13+ years expGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a world leader in remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars. They are seeking a Director of Software Engineering to manage and architect the DevOps for a large team of software developers, overseeing various engineering and technical activities to ensure quality and performance objectives are met.
Telecom & CommunicationsEnergyManufacturingEnergy EfficiencyWireless
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Manage all activities for Software Engineering DevOps group, including planning and managing of technical, programmatic & organizational performance to ensure quality, business, and financial objectives are achieved
Participate in and coordinate the establishment of design concepts, criteria, and engineering efforts for product research, development, testing, and integration
Interact with internal and external representatives at various levels concerning resolution of technical and scheduling issues
May participate in the preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets and financial terms/conditions of contract(s)
Prepare and lead progress review sessions to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance
May participate in the development of new business opportunities and expansion of existing business opportunities
Manage the development of and ensure the security of the unit’s proprietary technology, and maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information
Responsible for ensuring all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations are observed wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company. Responsible for ensuring work is accomplished in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices
Participate in the development and adherence of software development processes. Will be the POC for customer and internal audits concerning the DevOps domain
Qualification
Required
Typically requires a Bachelors, Masters or PhD in software engineering or a related technical field as well as thirteen or more years of progressively complex engineering experience with at least seven of those years having management responsibilities
Must have a security clearance
Demonstrates technical expertise in the application of programming and software engineering principles, concepts, theory, and practice
Possesses a solid understanding of modern commercial tools used during all phases of software development. A deep understanding of Linux, GitLab, Pipelines, Artifactory, Containers, and AWS is a plus
Possesses solid understanding of modern software development processes, standards, and DOD documentation
Possesses a solid understanding of Software Configuration Management standards
Can demonstrate the development of automation techniques for SCM and DevOps duties
Possesses project management and leadership skills including organizing, planning, scheduling, and coordinating workloads to meet established deadlines or milestones
Strong communication, leadership, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required to enable an effective interface with other departments, all levels of management, technical and support staff, customers, potential customers, and government representatives
Customer focused, must be able to work on a self-initiated basis and in a team environment, and able to work extended hours and travel as required. Effectively delegates tasks to subordinates on a regular basis to ensure leadership continuity
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance is required
U.S. Citizenship is required
Company
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems
At General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$6.76MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyTechstars,Techstars Ventures
2023-08-14Grant
2023-05-09Grant
2022-09-19Grant
Leadership Team
Daniel Johnson
UK PROTECTOR Test Manager
Emory Lo
Sr Human Resource Business Partner
Recent News
2026-02-12
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