Software Engineering Manager - KC-46 Video Graphics

Collins Aerospace; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 132,000 - 252,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation for newly-hire

401(k) plan with matching and company/

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness program

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Collins Aerospace seeks an experienced Software Engineering Manager to lead the KC-46 Vision Graphics System software organization. You will guide development, integration, and sustainment of certifiable software for KC-46 refueling operations and aircrew situational awareness.

You will manage a high-performing team delivering real-time video processing, display rendering, and mission-specific functions, influencing long-term strategy and modernization across the program.

Qualifications

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) with 10+ years of experience, or advanced degree with 7+ years of experience.
• Proven leadership experience managing software development projects in certification environments.
• Strong background in Earned Value Management (EVM).

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing software engineering team.
• Drive architecture, design, and delivery of safety-critical avionics software for military applications.
• Own program execution, ensuring delivery within scope, schedule, and budget.
• Champion engineering excellence by implementing best practices across software development, verification, and certification.
• Partner with program leadership, systems engineering, and customers to align technical solutions with mission objectives.
• Lead technical strategy and support bid and proposal efforts, including solution development and scope estimation.
• Build and strengthen the engineering organization through hiring, workforce planning, and talent development.
• Influence long-term product strategy through technology roadmaps and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify program risks early and drive proactive mitigation strategies.

Skills

People leadership

Software architecture

Program management

Safety-critical software

Education

STEM degree

Tools

DO-178C

Job description

Collins Aerospace seeks an experienced Software Engineering Manager to lead the KC-46 Vision Graphics System software organization. You will guide development, integration, and sustainment of certifiable software for KC-46 refueling operations and aircrew situational awareness.

You will manage a high-performing team delivering real-time video processing, display rendering, and mission-specific functions, influencing long-term strategy and modernization across the program.