Summary
Software Engineering Manager with 15+ years of experience in defense software engineering, leading distributed teams, and driving organizational transformation. Proven track record managing 13 engineers across three states, modernizing DevOps practices, and delivering mission-critical embedded systems. Active TS/SCI clearance. Expert in Python, C++, and building high-reliability systems.
Professional Experience
Software Engineering Manager
Northrop Grumman · Canton, CT
August 2018 – Present
- Lead distributed team of 13 engineers across Connecticut, Boston, and Maryland, managing day-to-day operations, career development, and technical delivery
- Drove organization-wide DevOps transformation, migrating from SVN to GitHub Enterprise and establishing modern CI/CD pipelines
- Architected and delivered mission-critical embedded software for defense systems using Python and C++
- Established team processes including code reviews, automated testing frameworks, and agile practices
- Managed technical roadmap planning, resource allocation, and stakeholder communication across multiple programs
Senior Software Engineer
Adaptive Optics Associates · East Hartford, CT
August 2009 – August 2018
- Developed embedded software for custom ARM-based systems, working directly with electrical engineers from specification through production deployment
- Provided technical advisory to program managers on software architecture, resource allocation, and feasibility analysis for new product proposals
- Established software best practices including version control workflows, code review processes, and automated testing frameworks
Software Engineer & Test Automation Specialist
JDSU, CiDRA Corp, Bloomy Controls
2001 – 2009
- Developed test automation systems, embedded software validation tools, and LabVIEW-based solutions across aerospace, telecommunications, and manufacturing industries
- Designed data extraction and analysis tools, created automated test stations, and taught comprehensive LabVIEW training courses
Technical Skills
Python
C++
Embedded Systems
Linux/Unix
Git / GitHub Enterprise
CI/CD
Docker
AWS
Distributed Teams
Agile/Scrum
System Architecture
DevOps
Security Clearance
Active TS/SCI clearance
Education
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
University of Connecticut