Senior Avionics Software Engineering Lead

Collins Aerospace; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 132,000 - 252,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) plan with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Parental leave

Wellness program

Teladoc access

Bright Horizons

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Senior Engineering Manager to lead the Next Generation A2G Graphics Drivers group for avionics displays. You will mentor engineers, drive DO-178C compliant graphics software, and ensure alignment with industry standards while guiding roadmap and customer engagements.

Ideal candidates bring a strong leadership track record, experience in certified software, and the ability to balance performance and cost.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field
• Successful leadership experience in developing certified software written in assembly and C/C++
• Proven record of meeting objectives and commitments
• Possess a collaborative way of working
• Demonstrated success in balancing system performance and affordability
• Strong communicator, able to interface with the spectrum from individual contributors to executive leadership

Responsibilities

• Own execution of safety critical, DO-178C compliant, graphics driver development
• Ensure alignment with industry standards such as A661, OpenGL SC, and Vulkan SC
• Drive market differentiation through custom AMLCDs and graphics drivers
• Lead engineers and ensure program commitments are met
• Ensure consistency with Collins Consistent Engineering Processes
• Ensure compliance with Program / Product requirements as reflected in design plans
• Participate in the budgetary planning process through identification of staffing, facilities, capital, and support needs
• Manage performance of engineering personnel and meet required deliverables
• Lead a wide range of entry-level to highly experienced Engineers
• Lead product execution through risk and opportunity management, earned value management, and appropriate accountability
• Lead technology maturation through scope definition and funding acquisition
• Demonstrate technical expertise in Displays and the associated technologies
• Support the development and upkeep of product roadmaps and participates in industry committees
• Maintain awareness of technology and Company's competitive position

Skills

Leadership experience

Software development

Communication

Collaboration

System performance

Education

STEM degree

Advanced degree

Tools

Assembly

C/C++

Job description

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Senior Engineering Manager to lead the Next Generation A2G Graphics Drivers group for avionics displays. You will mentor engineers, drive DO-178C compliant graphics software, and ensure alignment with industry standards while guiding roadmap and customer engagements.

Ideal candidates bring a strong leadership track record, experience in certified software, and the ability to balance performance and cost.