Job Description

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Technical Program Manager: Missile Systems Software Engineering to join a Government Consulting company located in Arlington, VA (Crystal City) through 100% onsite work. The Technical Program Manager: Missile Systems Software Engineering will oversee embedded software systems development for a Navy missile program, working closely with engineering teams and government clients to manage software audits, design reviews, and lifecycle processes.
Responsibilities:

• Oversee embedded software development and ensure compliance with engineering and quality standards (not in the weeds with development)
• Cost estimation and schedule management
• Participate in change control boards and evaluate software design changes for impact on hardware systems
• Conduct software audits and validation activities in collaboration with prime contractors
• Provide technical leadership and recommendations to engineering teams and stakeholders
• Support software lifecycle management, including documentation, testing, and process improvement

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in software design, development, and process management
• Proficiency in C++ and Python, with experience in embedded systems
• Strong understanding of change control processes, software auditing, and lifecycle management
• Prior experience supporting DoD or military programs, ideally in missile or defense systems
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field (Master's preferred)
• Active Top Secret clearance required

Compensation:

• Salary Range: $150,000 - $190,000 (flexibility depending on experience)
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Sick Leave as required by law, and Holidays
• Clearance Level: Must be eligible to work in the United States and maintain an Active US Government Top Secret security clearance
• Location: 100% onsite in Arlington, VA (Crystal City)

Keywords: C++, Python, Embedded Systems, Real-Time Systems, Software Auditing, Software Validation, Software Lifecycle Management, Change Control Boards, Engineering Reviews, Missile Systems, Navy Weapon Systems, RED DOG Program, Raytheon, ECS, DoD Projects, Defense Software, Top Secret Clearance, Agile Development, Software Compliance, Software Quality Assurance, Systems Engineering, Hardware-Software Integration, Software Design Review, Software Testing, Software Documentation, Client-Facing Engineering, Military Systems, Software Oversight, Software Process Management, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Software Configuration Management, Software Risk Assessment, Software Standards Compliance, STIGs, Software Engineering Principles, Software Verification, Software Qualification, Software Metrics, Software Governance, Software Change Management, Software Interface Analysis, Software Requirements Review, Software Deployment, Software Debugging, Software Architecture, Software Integration, Software Reliability, Software Traceability, Software Performance Evaluation

Skills Required