Engineering Manager, Software

General Dynamics Missions System International • Dartmouth, NS

14h • CA$122,000 - CA$155,000

About The Position

Our Canadian Air team is seeking a Software Engineering Manager to lead a group of talented developers. The successful candidate will oversee the day-to-day operations of the Software team to ensure program execution in compliance with both schedule and cost constraints and alignment with program goals and priorities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or equivalent
• Previous applicable software engineering leadership including daily oversight, supporting career progression, managing training needs
• Experience with design and deployment of software for aircraft systems (or other applicable experience)
• Detailed knowledge and understanding of engineering standards and methods
• Excellent communications skills to interact with a variety of engineering and program professionals
• Highly adaptable with a proven ability to multi-task and context switch
• Must be eligible to work in Canada.
• It is a requirement that General Dynamics Mission Systems-Canada be registered with the Canadian Controlled Goods program and that all of its workforce be security assessed.
• Successful applicants must meet all applicable security requirements, including but not limited to the ability to obtain and maintain a Canadian government security clearance.
• Applicants may be required to meet additional security requirements in order to gain access to technical data, classified areas or information that is subject to international regulations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with or familiarity with AI/ML models is preferred.
• A Professional Engineer (P.Eng) designation
• Familiarity with software airworthiness standards (e.g. DO-178C)
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies
• Experience working with large groups

Responsibilities

• Leading a group of software developers, providing guidance, mentorship, and coordination
• Managing delivery of software releases to the customer as per program commitments and associated dependencies
• Working closely with Program Management, Quality Assurance, Airworthiness, and other stakeholders to align software development with overall project goals and timelines
• Managing the allocation of resources to the collection of projects in the Canadian Air portfolio
• Facilitating effective teambuilding across a large team supporting multiple customers and projects
• Managing technical risks associated with implementation, performance, and project delivery

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and eligible dependents from day one (no cost), including flexible benefits options (HCSA) emergency travel insurance, and 24/7 virtual care services.
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP), onsite fitness facilities, and employee resource groups.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with employer contributions after 3 months, RRSP access from day one, and financial planning support.
• Flexible time off including vacation, holidays, parental leaves with top-up options, sick leave, and disability programs.
• Career development through learning platforms, educational assistance, mentoring, and reimbursement of professional memberships.
• Additional perks such as employee discounts, free onsite parking, social clubs, and an annual scholarship program for employees’ children.

What This Job Offers

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