Senior Manager, Software Engineering (Onsite)

RTX (Raytheon); Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vacation allowance

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Employee assistance program

Job summary

RTX in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a Senior Engineering Manager to lead a high‑performing team responsible for developing advanced flight display systems used on major Boeing platforms. You will guide systems and software engineers across bids, design, verification, and certification.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, talent development, and cost/schedule accountability, with travel as needed and onsite work at our Cedar Rapids facility.

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 and minimum 7 years of experience.
• Experience leading engineering or project teams with cost and schedule accountability.
• Experience in Earned Value Management.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and support a team of 10-15 systems and software engineers through coaching, mentoring, and performance management.
• Recruit, retain, and grow engineering talent from entry-level to highly experienced engineers.
• Provide technical leadership across the full project lifecycle, including bids, planning, design, requirements, architecture, integration, verification, and certification.
• Manage program cost, schedule, and technical execution, including Earned Value Management responsibilities.
• Support resource planning and allocation within the engineering organization.
• Build strong relationships across internal and external customers, leadership teams, and cross-functional groups.
• Foster innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement in engineering practices.
• Communicate risks, issues, and status updates effectively at multiple levels.
• Promote a positive, adaptable, and learning-focused team culture.
• 10% travel as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Earned Value Management

Communication

Education

STEM degree

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-19

Country: United States of America

Location: US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-131 ~ 5450 C Ave NE ~ BLDG 131

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of "U.S. Person" go here. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status: Not Required

At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world's most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

We are seeking a Senior Engineering Manager to lead a high‑performing team within the Boeing Platforms organization. In this role, you will guide systems and software engineers responsible for developing advanced flight display systems used on major Boeing platforms, including the 737 MAX, 747, 757, 767, 777X, and 787. This position provides a unique opportunity to influence current programs and help shape future display system solutions.

What You Will Do:

• Lead, develop, and support a team of 10-15 systems and software engineers through coaching, mentoring, and performance management.
• Recruit, retain, and grow engineering talent from entry-level to highly experienced engineers.
• Provide technical leadership across the full project lifecycle, including bids, planning, design, requirements, architecture, integration, verification, and certification.
• Manage program cost, schedule, and technical execution, including Earned Value Management responsibilities.
• Support resource planning and allocation within the engineering organization.
• Build strong relationships across internal and external customers, leadership teams, and cross-functional groups.
• Foster innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement in engineering practices.
• Communicate risks, issues, and status updates effectively at multiple levels.
• Promote a positive, adaptable, and learning-focused team culture.
• 10% travel as needed.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• 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 and minimum 7 years of experience.
• Experience leading engineering or project teams with cost and schedule accountability.
• Experience in Earned Value Management.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive decisions across engineering teams.
• Effective time management and critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate technical issues and risks to leadership.

What We Offer:

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption Assistance
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
• And more!

This role may be eligible for relocation.