Sr Software Eng Manager

Honeywell Aerospace; India; Remote; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Honeywell Aerospace is seeking a Sr Software Eng Manager – Datalink Products in Bangalore. You will lead the Datalink CNS COE, directing avionics programs, aligning strategy with CNS leadership, and delivering high-quality aerospace software.

The role requires 15+ years in avionics, strong DO-178B/C and ARP4754A knowledge, and proven leadership to drive performance and transformation initiatives within a global context.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of work experience in avionics domain.
• Knowledge of DO-178B/C and ARP4754A guidelines.
• Ability to mentor engineers and technical leaders.
• Strong execution and customer-focused communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple product development teams, driving Agile practices, cost, and cycle-time reductions.
• Ensure program execution meets CNS management expectations across QE, Planning, and Delivery.
• Drive MOS with internal and external stakeholders and align with CNS COE and Aero leadership.
• Champion Transformational initiatives like AI, automation, and MBSE/Digital Twin.
• Develop and maintain a strong talent pipeline and performance culture.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Execution focus

Mentoring

People management

Education

BE/B.Tech or ME/M.Tech

Job description

Sr Software Eng Manager – Datalink Products – Aerospace ES CNS COE

Join a team recognized for leadership, innovation, and diversity

This position will have the responsibility to lead Datalink product line in Aircraft Communication, Navigation & Surveillance Systems (CNS) COE at Bangalore and will be based out of Bangalore. The individual in this role will directly report into the Aero India CNS COE Leader.

Join a company that's reintroducing itself to the aviation community we've helped advance for more than a century. At Honeywell Aerospace , we're launching as an independent, publicly traded aerospace and defense company built on a legacy of operational excellence and mission-focused execution.

Our new brand identity pairs that heritage with real momentum, as we build technology that helps pilots navigate with confidence, aircraft operate more efficiently, and operators stay ahead of change. With our systems on board 90% of the world's aircraft, your work here has reach that's rare to find anywhere else.

Focusing on our customers, investing in innovation, and building a culture of accountability and performance is how we're shaping what comes next.

Every horizon. Every mission. Every day

• Lead multiple product development project teams, building continuous improvement culture driving reduction in cycle time (Agile Mindset, Velocity Product Development) and cost (remove waste, standardize practices) with highest quality. Leverage organization best practices and frameworks (Agile, Honeywell Operating System).

• Must have a very strong background of Avionics domain understanding Aircraft Systems, Functions, Services & Operations.

• Must have very strong hands-on experience of System/Software design and development of aerospace products of various design assurance levels

• Accountable for the program execution to meet the program metrics and expectations tied out with CNS management and stakeholders right from QE, Planning, Execution till Delivery & Support.

• Ensure to drive strong Strategy & Execution practices, Agile execution and responsible for driving 50% Cost and 50% Cycle time reduction across the Programs in alignment with New Product Development Transformation objectives

• Ensure to build strong MOS with internal (Project teams, Peers, Engineering COEs) and external stakeholders (offering managers, leadership, Cross SBGs) of CNS COE and Aero leadership (in India and global).

• Drive Transformational initiatives across processes, practices and new technology deployment like AI, Automation, Digital Engineering (MBSE/Digital Twin/Digital Thread).

• Actively work with CNS leadership team in driving growth and executing STRAP, Annual Operating Plans (AOP), Management Resource Reviews (MRR), GSF (Global Strategic Framework) and Technical Resource Reviews (TRR)

• Build culture of driving business driven innovation to create a strong pipeline of market & customer backed and technology forward offering pipeline. Actively work with cross functional teams (strategy, marketing, offering management) in front end innovation process (opportunity pipeline, prioritization) resulting in Breakthrough Ideas (BTI) and New NPIs.

• Drive common core products across multiple Avionics platforms.

• Forecasts and plans budgets providing guidance to team, reviews and approves program estimates and high value Capital and Operational expenses as defined by authorization guidelines

• Ensures identification of best-in-class senior talent and drives a culture of ownership in talent identification process and builds the leadership pipeline

• Instills a “performance-driven culture” ensuring high levels of employee performance, goal alignment and engagement and ensures the Talent Management processes are aligned with the business strategy

• Fosters an inclusive workplace and promotes diversity of Learning & Coaching.

Skills & Qualification:

• BE/B. Tech or ME/M. Tech with good understanding of Avionics Domain and overall 15+ Years of work experience

• Good understanding of RTCA DO-178B/C and ARP4754A guidelines/practices

• Demonstrated leadership capability including abilities to lead and influence technical, management and customer community

• Good communication capability including the ability to directly engage and influence audiences in conflict situations

• Excellent focus on execution should ensure responsiveness to customers, team, and management.

• A good people leader, quick to identify people problems, fosters teamwork and ensures transparency and fairness in all actions.

• Must be able to mentor / coach / guide experienced engineers/technical leaders reporting into this role.

• Strong proponent of driving the performance culture in the CNS COE Organization through Honeywell Operating System /Lean Product Development practices.