Senior Engineering Manager -- Cabin Systems (HYBRID)

Collins Aerospace is looking for a passionate Senior Engineering Manager to provide technical excellence in the fast paced Cabin Systems market. You will be involved in all stages of the product development life-cycle across various products. Tasks will include leading a team to develop system and software requirements, design, and product testing.

You will work with customers and team members in a technologically advanced and challenging field supporting the development of new features and functionality across multiple products ranging from: Netflix like streaming service, wireless technology, Android/IOS App development, 3D Graphics, Embedded Java development, graphical user interface development with emphasis on user experience, cabin entertainment systems and helping to bridge consumer electronics to the aerospace industry. Join us and be a part of putting information and entertainment systems on the world’s premier Business Jet, VIP and VVIP aircraft.

This is a Hybrid position located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. A comprehensive relocation package is available for those who need to relocate to the Cedar Rapids area.

Responsibilities:

• The Senior Engineering Manager will lead a team of engineers in the development of new and exciting cabin and connectivity solutions. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Leadership and management of Systems and Software development activities from detailed requirements development through test and certification.
• Acquires and develops Systems and Software Engineers, building a strong team of motivated and passionate talent.
• Oversee development work being performed by our third party partners or subcontract labor.
• Responsible for program performance for cognizant projects and tactical execution of day to day operations.
• Approves work scope for assigned portion of overall program.
• Ensures compliance to development processes and standard work requirements.
• Oversees and participates in development of engineering bids to ensure success.
• May serve as the primary engineering focal point to our customers.
• Assigns technical resources to work assignments.
• Selecting, onboarding and training of new team members.
• Development and technical coaching of team members.
• Actively addressing employee performance and development issues.
• Identifying the necessary staff, facilities and equipment needed for successful execution of projects.
• Expected to spend at least 50% of their time in a direct hands-on technical role.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and 10 years of prior relevant experience OR
• Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years’ experience OR
• In absence of a degree, 14 years of relevant experience is required
• Engineering/Other Technical Positions: Bachelor’s degree (typically in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)) and a minimum of 10 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws / regulations.
• Strong technical, leadership and organizational skills.
• Project Management experience - project cost, schedule, and scope management.
• Experience coaching or mentoring in a formal or informal setting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A development background in systems or software

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with aircraft cabin systems product development
• Experience with networking, distributed computing, client server applications, network security, and digital rights management
• Experience leading software development that is consumer or mobile-based and have a UX user experience background
• Experience with leading multi-geographic and ethnically diverse development teams.
• Experience with Agile development, Lean, and Six Sigma
• Experience with all phases of the Product development life cycle
• Experience with mobile application (iOS or Android) software development experience
• Experience with aircraft electronics systems definition, modification and installation
• Experience with system integration and testing
• Ability to interface with Executive Managers, Program Managers and Operations Managers across all business areas within Collins Aerospace

• Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will regularly work both onsite and offsite.  Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.

Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.

Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

Our Avionics team advances flight deck solutions, airborne communications, vision systems, sensors and fire protection for commercial and military customers around the world. That means we’re helping people reach their destination safely and keeping pilots, passengers, flight crews, airlines, airports and military personnel connected and informed. And we’re providing industry-leading fire protection and safety systems that our customers can count on when it matters most. Are you ready to learn from the most knowledgeable experts in the industry, develop the technologies of tomorrow and reach new heights in your career? Join our Avionics team today.

Collins Aerospace Diversity & Inclusion Statement:

Diversity drives innovation; inclusion drives success. We believe a multitude of approaches and ideas enable us to deliver the best results for our workforce, workplace, and customers. We are committed to fostering a culture where all employees can share their passions and ideas so we can tackle the toughest challenges in our industry and pave new paths to limitless possibility.

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

Some of our competitive benefits package includes: 

• 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
•  And more! 

Nothing matters more to Collins Aerospace than our strong ethical and safety commitments. As such, all U.S. positions require a background check, which may include a drug screen.

Note:

• Background check and drug screen required (every external new hire in the U.S.)
• Drug Screen only performed on re-hires who have been gone for more than 1 year

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.

Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.

Raytheon Technologies is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.