Software Engineering Manager, Advanced Processing Architectures (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vacation 3 weeks

401(k) Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment

Life Insurance

Wellness program

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking an experienced Software Engineering Manager to lead the next generation of safety-critical software used in aerospace systems. You will manage design, verification, and certification efforts, guiding cross-functional teams across hardware and software domains, and ensure on-time, within-budget program execution.

The role requires a strong technical background in DO-178C, EVM, and MS/PhD preferred, plus outstanding leadership and communication

Qualifications

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) required.
• Advanced degree preferred; minimum 7 years of related experience if applied.
• Proven leadership in software development projects with certification responsibilities.
• Strong background in Earned Value Management (EVM).
• Hands-on DO-178C software development processes experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a high-performing software engineering team, fostering growth.
• Drive architecture, design, and delivery of safety-critical software.
• Own program execution with scope, schedule, and budget ownership.
• Champion engineering excellence with best practices across development, verification, and certification.
• Partner with leadership and customers to align solutions with mission goals.
• Lead strategy and support bid/proposal activities and scope estimation.
• Support hiring, workforce planning, and talent development.
• Identify risks early and implement proactive mitigation.
• Travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Software Engineering Management

EVM

DO-178C

Safety-critical software

People development

Education

STEM degree

Advanced degree (MS/PhD)

Job description

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

Date Posted:
2026-07-30

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:
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access certain necessary systems.

Security Clearance Type:
None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:
Not Required

At RTX, the world\'s 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.

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. In this role, you will not only manage program execution but also drive the development of advanced, safety critical software that enables Collins’ next generation processors. You will lead the design and implementation of foundational software that boots, configures, and orchestrates modern computing and graphics platforms, overseeing the full development lifecycle to advance our product lines.

You will also be responsible for ensuring the team’s operational excellence—providing strong support for current development programs while building the capabilities required to scale for future adopters. We are seeking a leader with deep technical expertise, strong execution skills, and proven people leadership who thrives in an environment centered on innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

What You Will Do:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing software engineering team, fostering technical growth and career development.
• Drive the architecture, design, and delivery of safety-critical software
• Own program execution, ensuring successful delivery within scope, schedule, and budget.
• Champion engineering excellence by implementing best practices across software development, verification, and certification.
• Partner with program leadership, cross-functional teams, and customers to align technical solutions with business and mission objectives.
• Lead technical strategy and support bid and proposal efforts, including solution development and scope estimation.
• Build and strengthen the engineering organization through strategic hiring, workforce planning, and talent development.
• Identify program risks early and drive proactive mitigation strategies to ensure successful execution.
• Travel domestically and internationally 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
• Proven leadership experience managing software development projects in certification environments with responsibility for cost, schedule, and execution.
• Strong background in Earned Value Management (EVM).
• Experience leading, mentoring, and developing engineering teams, including staffing, performance management, and career development.
• Hands-on experience with DO-178C software development processes.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience developing safety-critical embedded platform software with emphasis on processor control, power and memory management, system health monitoring and Graphics.
• Experience with SoC/MPSoCplatform software (experience with ASIC based platforms strongly preferred)
• Familiarity with multicore processing architectures and the challenges associated with scheduling, synchronization, and resource management.
• Experience with lab integration, system-level testing, and engineering development tools (including virtual development environments).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage risk and technical complexity.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across technical and non-technical teams.

Role Type

• Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.

What We Offer

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• 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 illnessinsurance, 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!

Learn More and Apply

AT COLLINS, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again. Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

Privacy Policy and Terms:
Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms