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Principal Software Engineer

Ashburn, VA · On-site

$138K - $185K/yr

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Do workers at Curtiss-Wright get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
81% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Does Curtiss-Wright pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
77% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

At Curtiss-Wright, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Only some people have separate paid time off for sick days and vacation.
60% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Is the health insurance from Curtiss-Wright affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
89% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and June 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Curtiss-Wright?

Most people get paid time off work.
100% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 60% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 40% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and December 2025.

Do workers at Curtiss-Wright worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
89% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and December 2025.

Do Curtiss-Wright workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Most people get to choose which shifts they work.
69% report that they have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and December 2025.

How easy is it for Curtiss-Wright workers to change shifts?

Most people find it easy to change shifts.
67% of people report that it’s easy to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and December 2025.

How easy is it to get time off at Curtiss-Wright?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
91% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do Curtiss-Wright managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
95% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and December 2025.

Do jobs at Curtiss-Wright spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
21% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and December 2025.

How easy is it to take sick days at Curtiss-Wright?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
90% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Is working at Curtiss-Wright good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
88% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and April 2026.

Do people at Curtiss-Wright feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
80% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do people at Curtiss-Wright get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
81% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Curtiss-Wright?

Most people feel stressed out here.
74% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do people at Curtiss-Wright enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
86% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 28 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do people at Curtiss-Wright recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
43% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Curtiss-Wright?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
39% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Curtiss-Wright?

Most people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 69% of people report being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 29 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do people think Curtiss-Wright’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
75% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 28 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Curtiss-Wright is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
47% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.
What other companies are hiring for Embedded Software Manager jobs?
Infographic showing various Embedded Software Manager job openings at Curtisswright in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 95% Full Time, 1% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution.
Manager, Embedded Software Engineering - Onsite Position

Manager, Embedded Software Engineering - Onsite Position

Curtiss-Wright

Ashburn, VA • On-site

$144K - $195K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago


Curtiss-Wright rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 35 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

98th of 486 rated machine equipment manufacturers


Job description

Manager, Embedded Software Engineering - Onsite Position
We are growing and have a rewarding opportunity for a Manager, Embedded Software Engineering in Ashburn, VA.
As our Manager, Embedded Software Engineer you will be a technical specialist, who plans, directs and manages the software development and test functions for new products and software enhancements for current products, and provide technical leadership to the software engineering team and the company.
Location: Ashburn, VA - Onsite
We Take Care of Our People
Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture
Salary Range: $ 144,100 - $195,000 per year plus bonus
Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in Virginia. Criteria such as the candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.
Your Challenge:
  • Head a team responsible for embedded software development, testing, releases, and delivery.
  • Manage, track, and oversee software and product development projects and ensure that the developments follow all applicable development standards, practices and procedures and are within the cost and schedule targets with high quality.
  • Establish effective practices to attract, develop, motivate, and retain high caliber software team staff; Assess employees' skills and identify training and development needs for the team.
  • Actively manage staff loading to match program needs with employee skills; Supervise the work assignments of the software team members, ensuring best practices are followed; Hold the team accountable for meeting planned program milestones and activities.
  • Identify and drive process improvement opportunities within the software development life cycle including new processes and practices, tools and methods.
  • Participate in bid/project activities such as defining architectures, developing technical proposals and providing detailed cost and schedule estimates

What You Bring:
  • Bachelor degree in the technical field (Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering); Master's Degree preferred.
  • Competencies in computer architecture, development of real-time embedded software, engineering process discipline, earned value management systems
  • Minimum 10 years' experience as an embedded software developer, working closely with other disciplines (hardware, mechanical) with ability to understand hardware design, board schematics
  • Minimum 5 years' experience leading or managing a software team though full SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle); Skilled in software management tools such as Jira, Confluence, BitBucket
  • Resource planning experience including staff and equipment needed for successful project execution
  • Experience and working knowledge of bid and proposal process
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Leadership and Management skills
  • US Citizenship required; Currently hold or have the ability to obtain US security clearance.

Who We Are
Our Values
Environmental, Social and Governance
Curtiss-Wright's Defense Solution division is a trusted, proven leader, delivering superior products and services that meet the defense and aerospace industries' toughest challenges with best-in-class value. Our solutions address air, ground, and naval defense applications, and are focused on growth segments with a high demand for advanced technology, enhanced safety, security, and performance. As a leading Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) solutions supplier for battlefield platforms and communication systems, we are uniquely positioned to benefit from the DoD's commitment to maintaining technological superiority on the battlefield.
To learn more visit: Home | Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions (curtisswrightds.com)
No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright.
Compliance Statement
This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.
Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.
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If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

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Curtiss-Wright Actuation Division designs, manufactures and supports electro-mechanical actuation products and systems for use in demanding applications in Aerospace, Defense and Industrial Automation markets. Our market leading solutions help improve the reliability, efficiency and performance of our customers' operations and platforms, as well as reducing their environmental impact with energy efficient electro-mechanical designs and technology. For the Aerospace market, we supply actuation systems for flight control, landing gear, utility and other applications on both commercial and military aircraft. In Ground & Naval Defense markets, we support a wide array of applications ranging from door assist, ramp and hatch actuation, weapons handling systems, radar and launch platform actuation, and robotic (AUV/ROV) actuation. In Industrial Automation, our Exlar® actuators are globally recognized as a leading brand offering high power density, precision and reliability for machine/process applications in automotive, food & beverage, oil & gas, robotics, entertainment and many other industries.

Industry

Computer and electronic product manufacturing

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Davidson, NC, US

Year founded

1929

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