Senior Avionics Systems Engineering Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks vacation

401(k) with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance and disability coverage

Parental leave benefits

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking an experienced Senior Systems Engineering Manager to lead an innovative team responsible for future avionics development and testing for commercial aircraft. This onsite Melbourne, FL role emphasizes people management, staffing strategy, and technical guidance across CNS systems.

You will drive performance, coach engineers, and collaborate with cross-functional leaders while applying the full Systems Engineering V model and avionics certification practices.

Qualifications

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) with 10+ years experience or an advanced degree with 7+ years.
• Full understanding of the Systems Engineering V model and its application to avionics products.
• Familiarity with aircraft certification activities (TC/STC, TSO/PMA) and avionics DO-160.
• Experience operating in an Agile environment and implementing EVMS.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a multi-year staffing plan for avionics programs.
• Coach systems engineers and manage individual development plans.
• Oversee performance discussions and compensation alignment.
• Develop estimates for new engineering efforts and bid support.
• Collaborate with program leaders to align staffing with demand and capabilities.

Skills

Leadership

Staffing

Agile

Earned Value Mgmt

V-Model

Avionics DO-160

Education

STEM degree

Advanced degree

Tools

Jama

Job description

Collins Aerospace is seeking an experienced Senior Systems Engineering Manager to lead an innovative team responsible for future avionics development and testing for commercial aircraft. This onsite Melbourne, FL role emphasizes people management, staffing strategy, and technical guidance across CNS systems.

You will drive performance, coach engineers, and collaborate with cross-functional leaders while applying the full Systems Engineering V model and avionics certification practices.