Software Team Lead - Ground Control Systems

About the role

Redwire Corporation, a global space and defense technology company specializing in autonomous unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and electro-optical surveillance systems, is looking for an experienced Software Team Lead. You will lead and grow the software engineering team behind advanced Ground Control Systems for unmanned aerial platforms, combining technical leadership with hands-on software expertise to shape software architecture and guide the development of intuitive, reliable user interfaces for aircraft control, mission planning and flight operations.

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.

Required profile

• Proven experience in software development and technical leadership of engineering teams.
• Strong background in developing complex UI applications such as Human-Machine Interfaces (HMI).
• Experience with technical planning, mentoring, code reviews and modern software development practices.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• An advantage: experience in aerospace, unmanned aerial, ground or sea vehicles, robotics, automotive, industrial automation or other complex control-system environments.

Required skills

• C++ and a solid understanding of software architecture and object-oriented programming.
• UI frameworks such as React, Angular, Vue or desktop frameworks such as Qt, WPF.

What we offer

• A culture that values expertise, innovation and continuous improvement.
• Engagement with industry-leading UAS technologies and access to continuous training and professional and leadership development.
• A modern production facility with cutting-edge equipment.
• Competitive salary, health insurance, accident insurance and accident insurance for children.
• Annual performance-based bonus program and annual salary review.
• Financial support in special life situations.