About the role
Software Team Lead – Ground Control Systems
Redwire Corporation is a global space and defense technology company building the infrastructure of the future and delivering multi-domain solutions. RedWire Defense Tech specializes in the design, manufacturing, and integration of autonomous unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and advanced electro-optical surveillance systems. Our technologies are trusted and deployed across defense, security, civil, and industrial sectors worldwide.
We are looking for an experienced Software Team Lead to lead and grow our software engineering team responsible for developing advanced Ground Control Systems for unmanned aerial platforms.
In this role, you will combine technical leadership with hands-on software expertise, shaping software architecture and guiding the development of intuitive, reliable user interfaces for aircraft control, mission planning, and flight operations.
You will work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams and end users to transform complex technical and operational requirements into high-performance software solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of software engineers, promoting technical excellence and collaboration. - Define software architecture, technical direction, and development standards. - Oversee the design and development of user interfaces for aircraft control, mission planning, and monitoring. - Translate operational requirements into scalable, reliable, and user-friendly software solutions. - Drive code quality, testing, code reviews, and continuous improvement of development processes. - Collaborate with system engineers, product teams, and operators to ensure solutions meet real-world needs. - Balance technical decision-making, development planning, and timely delivery.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience in software development and technical leadership of engineering teams. - Strong background in developing complex UI applications like Human-Machine interfaces (HMI). - Experience with C++ and solid understanding of software architecture and object-oriented programming. - Experience with UI frameworks (React, Angular, Vue, or desktop frameworks like Qt, WPF). - Experience with technical planning, mentoring, code reviews, and modern software development practices. - Strong communication and problem-solving skills. - Considered as advantage: experience in aerospace, unmanned aerial, ground or sea vehicles/ systems, robotics, automotive, industrial automation or other complex control-system environments.
We offer:
- A culture that values expertise, innovation, and continuous improvement. - Engagement with industry-leading UAS technologies and advanced solutions. - Access to continuous training and professional and leadership development. - A modern production facility with cutting-edge equipment and a dynamic work environment. - Competitive salary. - Health insurance and accident insurance. - Accident insurance for children. - Annual performance-based bonus program. - Annual salary review. - Financial support in special life situations.
Join our team and grow your technical skills while working with world-class technologies! Please submit your CV in English by clicking 'Apply' or send it directly to [email removed]
We appreciate every application, but please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
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