Mission Systems Software Senior Manager (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2025-09-05

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HTX38: 1717 E Cityline Drive 1717 E Cityline Drive Building C17, Richardson, TX, 75082 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market. 

Embark on a journey where your expertise in software Engineering will help shape the future of aerospace technology. At Collins Aerospace, we're not just designing software; we're crafting the backbone of mission systems and safeguarding the lives of those who protect us. As our next Strategic Solutions Sr. Engineering Manager, you'll immerse yourself in the intricacies of Strategic Nuclear Deterrence, bringing your acumen to the forefront of innovation and ensuring the efficacy and security of software that are vital to national defense.

You will learn from the best and brightest in the communications and nuclear deterrence domain working at Collins Aerospace. This position is for Richardson, TX.

What You Will Do:

• Lead a team of software engineers through design, development and documentation of software engineering plans of large complex systems.
• Attract, engage and retain a team of software engineers (10 – 15), to build critical software applications for a NO FAIL mission.
• Perform hiring decisions, performance assessment, and personnel management for a team of technical staff members. 
• Coordinate across engineering teams in the integration of large complex systems, utilizing automation and simulation tools.
• Plan project level work and meet schedule, cost, and performance goals.
• Manage program technical risks by evaluating requirements and design aspects.
• Interact with a cross-functional team of (including, but not limited to) Engineers, Engineering leaders, Program Managers, Business Developers, Finance, Quality, and Production 
• Serve as a liaison between functional discipline groups and internal and external customers
• Travel occasionally to support program requirements 
• Requires on-site presence.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) unless prohibited by local laws/regulations and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 14 years of relevant experience 
• Proven experience leading and mentoring a team of Software Engineers.
• Effective communication skills with all levels of management, program team members, and external stakeholders.
• Experience leading engineers through software development of applications
• Project Management, Control Account Management (CAM), and earned value experience.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Top Secret Clearance
• Working knowledge of bidding and project/task estimation tools (e.g. SEER-SEM products).
• Experience with processes such as peer review, configuration, and change management.
• Participating in root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Experience with software virtualization, hypervisors
• Experience with model-based systems engineering and modeling practices
• Experience with Agile methodologies

What We Offer

• 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, wel