Lead Software Engineer - Software CPT Lead

SW CPT Lead Software Engineer

We are seeking a SW CPT Lead Software Engineer to coordinate and integrate software engineering activities across multiple Integrated Project Teams (IPTs). Reporting to the Chief Engineer, this role serves as the primary software engineering integrator between project teams to ensure consistent software development practices, interface compatibility, and seamless cross-project software integration. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with large-scale software programs, Agile processes, and DoD software acquisition, with demonstrated ability to lead software engineering coordination across multiple concurrent development efforts.

Responsibilities include:

• Cross-IPT Software Engineering Coordination
• Software Engineering Standards & Process Leadership
• Software Architecture & Integration Management
• Software Development Coordination & Leadership
• Technical Risk & Performance Management
• Software Program Support

Required qualifications include:

• Education & Experience
• Technical Expertise
• Leadership & Coordination Skills
• Domain Knowledge

Security and travel requirements include:

• Active Secret clearance required
• Limited travel to support software integration activities and technical reviews

Preferred qualifications include:

• Master's degree
• Experience with mission-critical defense software
• Software engineering tool experience
• Model-Based Software Engineering experience
• Experience with tactical software systems
• Background in software systems for defense platforms

Additional requirements include:

• Matrix organization comfort
• Ability to prioritize and manage competing software engineering demands

Company EEO Statement

QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.