Software Project Lead-Defense

About the role

Pratt Miller is a product development company in motorsports, defense, and mobility industries providing clients with product engineering and low-volume production solutions. We are seeking a qualified Software Project Lead to join our team, supporting a variety of software projects across the defense industry.

Responsibilities

• Implement, verify, and deliver software solutions individually or as part of a team.
• Collaborate with project teams to support software solutions across defense initiatives.
• Promote adherence to process, patterns, practices, and technologies for delivering solutions.
• Collaborate with the Technical Lead to identify the technology and skills needed for solution delivery.
• Participate in requirements gathering sessions with stakeholders to provide insights into potential solutions.
• Work effectively with both internal and external teams, including remote partners.
• Ensure the execution of code reviews, design reviews, and product requirement discussions.
• Use agile methodologies to manage workflows and improve team productivity.
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving abilities, tackling challenges with minimal guidance and demonstrating an entrepreneurial mindset.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in software engineering or related field.
• Experience in the defense or aerospace industry is a plus but not required.
• Familiarity with Agile frameworks and working in engineering prototype environments.
• Experience with Agile practices in the delivery of technical software solutions.
• Knowledge of software engineering practices, including CI/CD, unit testing, and version control.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and simulation tools is a plus.
• Knowledge of defense-specific requirements and experience with DoD projects is a plus.

Qualifications

• Self-starter with strong technical expertise.
• Focus on continuous improvement.

Skills

• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Entrepreneurial mindset.

Benefits

Pratt Miller offers a competitive total rewards package, prioritizing a people-first culture and various opportunities for team member growth and success.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $92,600.00 - $154,400.00, reflecting the minimum and maximum target pay for the role across all U.S. locations. Individual pay is determined by various factors including the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, education, and skills, as well as the equity of pay among team members in similar positions.

Schedule

Daytime schedule Monday-Friday with flexibility to work longer hours and weekends during peak project deliverable durations or offsite testing trips. Monthly travel may be required and will vary based on project requirements.