Senior Manager, Software Engineering (Onsite)

RTX • Cedar Rapids, IA

19h • $132,400 - $251,600 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Senior Engineering Manager to lead a high‑performing team within the Boeing Platforms organization. In this role, you will guide systems and software engineers responsible for developing advanced flight display systems used on major Boeing platforms, including the 737 MAX, 747, 757, 767, 777X, and 787. This position provides a unique opportunity to influence current programs and help shape future display system solutions.

Requirements

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience.
• Experience leading engineering or project teams with cost and schedule accountability.
• Experience in Earned Value Management.

Nice To Haves

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive decisions across engineering teams.
• Effective time management and critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate technical issues and risks to leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and support a team of 10–15 systems and software engineers through coaching, mentoring, and performance management.
• Recruit, retain, and grow engineering talent from entry-level to highly experienced engineers.
• Provide technical leadership across the full project lifecycle, including bids, planning, design, requirements, architecture, integration, verification, and certification.
• Manage program cost, schedule, and technical execution, including Earned Value Management responsibilities.
• Support resource planning and allocation within the engineering organization.
• Build strong relationships across internal and external customers, leadership teams, and cross-functional groups.
• Foster innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement in engineering practices.
• Communicate risks, issues, and status updates effectively at multiple levels.
• Promote a positive, adaptable, and learning-focused team culture.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption Assistance
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior