Senior Engineering Manager - Software - Training Systems; Onsite

Location

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-130 ~ 5350 C Ave NE ~ BLDG 130

United States of America

Onsite

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government‑issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance. Current Secret clearance is required.

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. Our Collaborative Mission Autonomy (CMA) team is looking for a Senior Engineering Manager to lead a talented team of software developers dedicated to delivering mature mission‑enabling autonomy capabilities for UAS.

The role reports to the Department Associate Director, is based in Cedar Rapids, IA, and may require occasional domestic and international travel.

• 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 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 increasing responsibility opportunities.

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) with a minimum of 10 years prior relevant experience, or an advanced degree with a minimum of 7 years of experience.
• Active and transferable U.S. government‑issued security clearance required prior to start date.
• Demonstrated experience managing teams and projects in software development environments.
• Knowledge of simulation systems or software engineering principles.
• Experience with software development lifecycle methodologies, including Agile, Waterfall, and Spiral.
• Experience 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 other related programming languages.
• Experience in ALM tools such as Jira, Confluence, Jama, Bamboo, and Crucible.
• Experience with Git Lab, Docker, Kubernetes.
• Strong technical, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interface with senior leadership.
• Experience working on proprietary or classified programs within aerospace or defense industries.
• Knowledge of modeling and simulation systems.
• Domain knowledge in Mission Planning, Electronic Warfare, Sensors.
• Experience using AI third‑party applications in software systems.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex software programs.
• Previous experience mentoring junior engineers and fostering team growth.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to make data‑driven decisions.
• Versatility and adaptability in dynamic environments with competing priorities.
• Familiarity with RTX engineering…