Senior Avionics Systems Engineering Lead

Prattwhitney; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 132,000 - 252,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

3 weeks vacation

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Senior Systems Engineering Manager (onsite) in Melbourne, Florida, to lead a dedicated avionics systems team focused on future development and testing for commercial aircraft.

The role requires a deep understanding of the Systems Engineering V-model, strong leadership, and experience in Agile environments, with exposure to certification activities and EV management. A collaborative leader will guide capabilities across the business to meet demand and staffing needs.

Qualifications

• Requires STEM degree and extensive experience (10+ years or 7+ years with advanced degree).
• Understand the full systems engineering V-model and apply to products.
• Familiarity with aircraft certification activities (TC/STC, TS0/PM A) and avionics certification activities.
• Knowledge of Avionics DO-160 qualification activities.
• Experience in Agile environments and Earned Value Management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop systems engineers; create IND plans and development tracks.
• Coach and guide team to implement systems engineering concepts for avionics.
• Manage staffing, budgets, and multiyear project plans.
• Support bids, proposals, and cost estimation for new engineering efforts.

Skills

Systems engineering

Engineering leadership

Agile

Earned Value Management

Education

STEM degree

Advanced degree

Tools

Jama

Job description

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Senior Systems Engineering Manager (onsite) in Melbourne, Florida, to lead a dedicated avionics systems team focused on future development and testing for commercial aircraft.

The role requires a deep understanding of the Systems Engineering V-model, strong leadership, and experience in Agile environments, with exposure to certification activities and EV management. A collaborative leader will guide capabilities across the business to meet demand and staffing needs.