Senior Software Engineering Manager (Onsite)

RTX•El Segundo, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Proprietary Platforms Software Engineering Department at Collins Aerospace is committed to designing, developing, and delivering secure, high-performance software solutions that drive the success of our proprietary aerospace and defense platforms. Through technical excellence, collaboration, and adherence to rigorous quality and security standards, we enable the seamless operation, scalability, and reliability of proprietary systems. Our mission is to address the changing needs of our customers and stakeholders while remaining aligned with the strategic objectives of Collins Aerospace and RTX. Our Collaborative Mission Autonomy (CMA) team is looking for a Senior Software Engineering Manager to lead a talented team of software developers dedicated to delivering mature mission-enabling autonomy capabilities for UAS. This position reports to the Department Associate Director, is based in El Segundo, CA, and may require occasional domestic and international travel. Many aspects of the job are done in a classified lab environment and require a daily onsite presence. As a Senior Software Engineering Manager, you will hold responsibilities that encompass both technical oversight and team leadership. In this role, you will manage the software engineering discipline, ensuring successful execution of projects across their entire lifecycle, ranging from bids and proposals to requirements definition, design, development, integration, testing, verification, validation, and final delivery. You will play a key role in recruiting top talent to enhance the team while also managing resource allocation, strategically aligning staff with programs and projects to maximize team effectiveness and drive project success. Additionally, you will play a key role in fostering staff satisfaction and career development by providing mentorship, facilitating participation in leadership development programs, identifying growth opportunities, and creating a work environment that allows team members to thrive and achieve their professional goals.

Requirements

Demonstrated experience managing teams and projects in software development environments.
Experience with software development lifecycle methodologies, including Agile, Waterfall, and Spiral.
Experience with designing and implementing a large-scale modularized, reusable product base that supports multiple products.
Software development background in C/C++/C#, Visual Studio, Python, JAVA, Angular, or Matlab Simulink.
Experience in ALM tools such as Jira, Confluence, Jama, Bamboo, and Crucible.
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.
Active and transferable Secret U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.

Nice To Haves

Experience working on proprietary or classified programs within aerospace or defense industries.
Knowledge of modeling and simulation systems.
Domain knowledge in one or more of the following areas: Mission Planning, Electronic Warfare, Sensors.
Experience with using AI third-party applications in software systems.
Proven track record of successfully delivering complex software programs.

Responsibilities

Lead a team of 10-20 software engineers, fostering collaboration, teamwork, and continuous improvements.
Oversee the full software lifecycle from bids and proposals to requirements, design, development, integration, testing, verification, and validation.
Provide technical leadership and project management, ensuring scope, schedule, and budget adherence.
Actively manage staffing supply ensuring firm and anticipated demand is accurate and appropriate staff levels are assigned.
Act as a servant leader by mentoring engineers, sharing knowledge, and enabling team success.
Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including executive leaders, program managers, and Operations managers.
Drive data-driven decision-making processes and solve complex problems in a dynamic environment including risk identification and mitigation.
Develop powerful internal and external networks, collaborating across engineering, business development, and program/product management functions.
Drive team strength by recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and successfully integrating new talent into the organization.
Communicate effectively by preparing and presenting updates to leadership and cross-functional teams.
Manage staff retention, career development, and advancement by providing access to leadership development programs, mentorship opportunities, and the ability to take on increasing levels of responsibility within RTX, supporting long-term career growth and professional success.

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.
May be eligible for relocation