Ricardo

Software Project Manager

Ricardo • $110K — $150K *
Troy, MI 48085In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering or a related field
  • 5+ years managing embedded software or safety-critical development
  • Technical expertise in C, C++, and C#
  • Experience with GitLab, Jira, and structured development processes
  • Familiarity with Linux and POSIX environments
  • Knowledge of model-based engineering techniques like SySML and UML
  • PMP and/or PMI-ACP Certification (highly preferred)

Responsibilities

  • Lead planning, execution, and delivery of embedded software projects
  • Coordinate development of safety-related software in C/C++
  • Manage cross-functional teams including engineering and quality assurance
  • Oversee configuration management and CI/CD pipelines
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope and schedule
  • Identify risks and lead mitigation efforts
  • Ensure compliance with software lifecycle and safety requirements

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
  • Company Paid Life and AD&D
  • Company Paid Short Term and Long-Term Disability
  • Flexible Spending & HSA Accounts
  • Legal & ID Shield Services
  • 401k with Company Match
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
Full Job Description
Job Type

Full-time

Description

Detroit Defense is seeking an experienced Software Project Manager with a strong digital engineering background to lead development efforts for embedded, safety-related software products. This Software Project Manager role will drive project execution across multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance with industry standards and the successful delivery of high-reliability systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Lead planning, execution, and delivery of embedded software projects in compliance with model-based Digital Engineering practices.
  • Coordinate development of safety-related software implemented in C/C++ within Linux POSIX and FACE Extended Safety Profile environments.
  • Manage cross-functional teams including systems engineering, embedded software, test, and quality.
  • Oversee configuration management, CI/CD pipelines, issue tracking, and documentation using GitLab and Jira.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to define scope, requirements, schedules, and budgets.
  • Identify program risks and lead mitigation planning
  • Ensure adherence to software lifecycle processes, safety requirements, and customer standards.
  • Facilitate technical discussions, design reviews, and progress reporting.


Requirements

  • A Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, EE, or related field from an accredited college or university.
  • Must be able to obtain a US Secret Security Clearance.
  • A minimum of five years of proven experience managing complex embedded software or safety-critical development programs.
  • Technical understanding of C, C++, and C#.
  • Hands-on experience with GitLab, Jira, and structured software development processes
  • Familiarity with Linux, POSIX environments, and real-time or safety-certified architectures.
  • Familiarity with model-based engineering, including SySML and UML methods.
  • PMP and/or PMI-ACP Certification (Highly Recommended)


Detroit Defense offers an impressive compensation and benefits package including:
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
  • Company Paid Life and AD&D
  • Company Paid Short Term and Long-Term Disability
  • Flexible Spending & HSA Accounts
  • Legal & ID Shield Services
  • 401k with Company Match
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)

Salary Description

$110,000 to 150,000

About Ricardo

Ricardo plc is a British engineering company that provides engineering solutions to various industries, including automotive, rail, defense, and energy. The company's services include product development, engineering, testing, and consulting. Ricardo has operations in Europe, North America, and Asia, and its clients include major automotive manufacturers, governments, and other organizations. The company was founded in 1915 and is headquartered in Shoreham-by-Sea, West Sussex, UK.
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Size
2,900 employees
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
* Ladders Estimates

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