Software Engineering Manager - Advanced Architectures

Prattwhitney

Cedar Rapids (IA)

On-site

USD 132,400 - 251,600

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance
Generous vacation days
401(k) plan with company match

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking an experienced Software Engineering Manager who is passionate about developing innovative software solutions and leading high performing teams at the forefront of aerospace technology. You will lead the design and implementation of safety-critical software for next‑gen processors, manage program execution, and ensure delivery within scope, schedule, and budget.

The role requires strong leadership, deep technical expertise, and collaboration with cross-functional

Qualifications

  • Requires STEM degree and 7–10+ years in software leadership.
  • Experience managing software in certification environments with cost, schedule, execution.
  • Background in Earned Value Management (EVM).
  • Hands-on leadership mentoring engineering teams and staffing.

Responsibilities

  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing software team.
  • Drive architecture, design, and delivery of safety-critical software.
  • Own program execution within scope, schedule, and budget.
  • Champion engineering excellence with best practices in development, verification, and certification.
  • Partner with program leadership and customers to align technical solutions with objectives.
  • Lead technical strategy and support bid efforts, including scope estimation.

Skills

Engineering leadership
EVM
DO-178C proficiency
Safety-critical software
Mentoring & team development

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM
Advanced degree in related field

Tools

DO-178C processes
System architecture tools

Job description

Collins Aerospace is seeking an experienced Software Engineering Manager who is passionate about developing innovative software solutions and leading high performing teams at the forefront of aerospace technology. You will lead the design and implementation of safety-critical software for next‑gen processors, manage program execution, and ensure delivery within scope, schedule, and budget.

The role requires strong leadership, deep technical expertise, and collaboration with cross-functional

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