Senior Manager, Software Engineering (Onsite)
About The Position
RTX’s Collins Aerospace is seeking a Senior Engineering Manager to lead a high-performing team in the Boeing Platforms organization. The team develops advanced flight display systems for major Boeing platforms, including the 737 MAX, 747, 757, 767, 777X, and 787. The role provides an opportunity to influence current programs and shape future display system solutions. The position leads and supports 10–15 systems and software engineers, provides technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle, and is accountable for program cost, schedule, and technical execution. It also supports engineering resource planning, customer and cross-functional relationships, and continuous improvement. Travel is approximately 10% as needed. This is an onsite role in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and requires a U.S. Person. No security clearance is required. Relocation may be available.
Requirements
- Typically requires a STEM degree and at least 10 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field and at least 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 through highly experienced engineers.
- Provide technical leadership across 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 relationships with 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.
- Travel approximately 10% as needed.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
- 401(k) plan with employer matching and a separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option.
- Tuition reimbursement program.
- Student Loan Repayment Program.
- Life insurance and disability coverage.
- Optional pet, home and auto, additional life and accident, critical illness, group legal, and identity theft protection coverage.
- Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits.
- Fertility and family planning benefits.
- Adoption assistance.
- Autism benefit.
- Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions.
- Wellness rewards program.
- Virtual doctor visits.
- Child and elder care services.
- Second-opinion medical expert program.
- Flexible spending accounts.
- Flexible work schedules.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Potential relocation assistance.
- Potential annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
