Manager, Software Engineering

Pratt & Whitney; Longueuil; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan and savings program

Group insurance

Career progression opportunities

Merit or recognition program

Health and wellness program

Recreational and sports club

Nearby daycares

Public transit access and free parking

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney Canada seeks a Manager, Software Engineering to lead design system development for analytical tools across aerodynamics, structures, dynamics and performance in a Longueuil onsite facility.

You will drive projects from inception to completion, providing technical leadership in software engineering and architecture, while collaborating with DevOps and cloud specialists to modernize analytical software tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or MSc in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Software Engineering or equivalent.
• 8+ years’ experience in software development and DevOps.
• Strong proficiency in the Python programming language and, ideally, in C, Fortran, or Rust.
• In-depth knowledge with automated testing methodologies and tools such as pytest.
• In-depth knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Practical knowledge of Agile project management and software development methodologies such as Scrum and SAFe.
• Experience in data analysis and machine learning an asset.
• Problem-solving skills
• Teamworking
• Pragmatic and oriented towards business needs
• Focused, able to tackle and prioritize several tasks, risks and considerations.
• Concise and efficient communicator in English

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage design system development for analytical systems including aerodynamics, structures, dynamics and performance.
• Develop solutions that provide state-of-the-art productivity for the engineering and enterprise community including the effective use of optimization technology and multi-physics analysis
• Provide technical leadership in the areas of software engineering, design systems architecture and analytical methodology development.
• Be responsible for driving projects from inception to completion.
• Improve Engineering processes for increased productivity and overall quality deliverables.
• Leverage DevOps, Github and Azure DevOps (ADO) expertise to develop or modernize analytical software tools.
• Conduct multi-disciplinary design optimization projects (MDAO).
• Provide user support and training on analytical software tools and HPC environments.
• Participate in project planning & scoping activities requirements analyses, design and peer reviews.
• Build cloud-based infrastructure-as-Code (IaaS) solutions on AWS.

Skills

Python

DevOps

C/Fortran/Rust

pytest

Windows/Linux

Agile/SAFe

Data analysis

Teamwork

English communication

Education

Bachelor/MSc in Mech Eng / Aero Eng / Software Eng

Tools

AWS

Azure DevOps

Github

Job description

Manager Software Engineering / Gestionnaire, Ingénierie logicielle

Date Posted:

2026-07-30

Country:

Canada

Location:

CA-QC-LONGUEUIL-J01 ~ 1000 Blvd Marie-Victorin ~ J01 BLDG

Job Title: Manager, Software Engineering

About Pratt & Whitney Canada

Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) is a global leader in the aerospace industry, headquartered in Longueuil, Quebec. We manufacture next-generation engines that power the world’s largest fleet of business, general aviation, and regional aircraft and helicopters.

For nearly 100 years, we have pioneered advancements in engine development, supporting cargo and equipment transportation, wildfire suppression, and passenger travel.

An Employer of Choice

Pratt & Whitney Canada was recognized as one of Canada’s Top 10 Employers in 2025 by Forbes and ranked #1 in the aerospace and defense industry in the country. Our headquarters is also listed among the top employers in the Montreal region. These accolades reinforce our reputation as an employer of choice in Montreal, Canada, and worldwide.

Why Join The Research & Technology Team?

Reporting to the Associate Director, Software Engineering in the Longueuil Facility, in an onsite role, you will:

• Lead and manage design system development for analytical systems including aerodynamics, structures, dynamics and performance.
• Develop solutions that provide state-of-the-art productivity for the engineering and enterprise community including the effective use of optimization technology and multi-physics analysis
• Provide technical leadership in the areas of software engineering, design systems architecture and analytical methodology development.
• Be responsible for driving projects from inception to completion.

What will your day-to-day look like?

• Improve Engineering processes for increased productivity and overall quality deliverables
• Leverage DevOps, Github and Azure DevOps (ADO) expertise to develop or modernize analytical software tools
• Conduct multi-disciplinary design optimization projects (MDAO)
• Provide user support and training or analytical software tools and high-performance computing (HPC) environment
• Participate in project planning & Scoping activities requirements analyses, design and peer reviews
• Build cloud-based infrastructure-as-Code (IaaS) solutions on AWS

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Software Engineering or equivalent.
• 8+ years’ experience in software development and DevOps
• Strong proficiency in the Python programming language and, ideally, in C, Fortran, or Rust
• In-depth knowledge with automated testing methodologies and tools such as pytest
• In-depth knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems
• Practical knowledge of Agile project management and software development methodologies such as Scrum and SAFe
• Experience in data analysis and machine learning an asset.
• Problem-solving skills
• Teamworking
• Pragmatic and oriented towards business needs
• Focused, able to tackle and prioritize several tasks, risks and considerations.
• Concise and efficient communicator in English

What do we offer?

• Pension and savings plan with employer contributions
• Group insurance program
• Opportunities for advancement (career progression)
• Merit or recognition program
• Health and wellness program, including virtual health care
• Recreational and sports club
• Nearby daycares
• Transportation accessibility or public transit program and free parking

Working at Pratt & Whitney Canada

The masculine pronoun is used without discrimination and solely for the purpose of making the text easier to read. We will consider applications from all qualified candidates.

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, we combine passion, boldness, and precision to design, manufacture, and maintain the most advanced and reliable aircraft engines in the world. Our work and the quality of our products contribute to the success of our customers, who in turn save lives, support commerce, connect communities, and protect freedoms.

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, you have the opportunity to make a difference every day—just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?

Please ensure that the job type defined below matches your needs before applying for this position. The nature of this position is:

On-site: Employees in on-site positions will primarily work at the facility. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as these employees are essential to the development of our products.

Hybrid: Employees in hybrid roles will work regularly on-site and off-site. The ratio of on-site work time will be determined in partnership with your future manager.

Remote: Employees working remotely will primarily work from home. If you live within reasonable commuting distance of an RTX site with other colleagues with whom you interact, your manager will discuss the on‑site presence associated with this position.

Candidates will learn more about the job type throughout the recruitment process. For on‑site and hybrid positions, commuting to work is an employee responsibility.

Requires advanced to expert knowledge of the work area generally obtained through university education combined with experience. May have broad knowledge of project management.

Requires in-depth knowledge of RTX projects, programs, or systems to provide improvements within the job sector.

Generally requires: A university degree or equivalent experience and a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience, or a graduate degree in a related field and a minimum of 5 years of experience.

Engineering/Other Technical Positions: Generally requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience, unless prohibited by local laws and regulations.

RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services to commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses — Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the forefront of known science by imagining and delivering solutions that push the boundaries of quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 from the combination of Raytheon Company and United Technologies Corporation’s aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.