Senior Engineering Manager - Software - Training Systems (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-06-23

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-130 ~ 5350 C Ave NE ~ BLDG 130

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 Type:

Secret - Current

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

Senior Engineering Manager - Software - Training Systems (Onsite)

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.

The Proprietary Platforms Software Engineering Department at Collins Aerospace is committed to designing, developing, and delivering secure, high-performance software solutions that drive the success of our proprietary aerospace and defense platforms. Through technical excellence, collaboration, and adherence to rigorous quality and security standards, we enable the seamless operation, scalability, and reliability of proprietary systems. Our mission is to address the changing needs of our customers and stakeholders while remaining aligned with the strategic objectives of Collins Aerospace and RTX.

Our Collaborative Mission Autonomy (CMA) team is looking for a Senior Engineering Manager to lead a talented team of software developers dedicated to delivering mature mission-enabling autonomy capabilities for UAS. This position reports to the Department Associate Director, and is based in Cedar Rapids, IA. It may require occasional domestic and international travel. This position requires the ability to obtain and hold a US security clearance.  Many aspects of the job are done in a classified lab environment and require a daily onsite presence. 

As a Senior Engineering Manager, you will hold responsibilities that encompass both technical oversight and team leadership. In this role, you will manage the software engineering discipline, ensuring successful execution of projects across their entire lifecycle, ranging from bids and proposals to requirements definition, design, development, integration, testing, verification, validation, and final delivery. You will play a key role in recruiting top talent to enhance the team while also managing resource allocation, strategically aligning staff with programs and projects to maximize team effectiveness and drive project success. Additionally, you will play a key role in fostering staff satisfaction and career development by providing mentorship, facilitating participation in leadership development programs, identifying growth opportunities, and creating an inclusive and supportive work environment that empowers team members to thrive and achieve their professional goals.

What You Will Do:

• Lead a team of 10-20 software engineers, fostering collaboration, teamwork, and continuous improvements.
• Oversee the full software lifecycle from bids and proposals to requirements, design, development, integration, testing, verification, and validation.
• Provide technical leadership and project management, ensuring scope, schedule, and budget adherence.
• Actively manage staffing supply ensuring firm and anticipated demand is accurate and appropriate staff levels are assigned. 
• Act as a servant leader by mentoring engineers, sharing knowledge, and enabling team success.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including executive leaders, program managers, and Operations managers.
• Drive data-driven decision-making processes and solve complex problems in a dynamic environment including risk identification and mitigation.
• Develop powerful internal and external networks, collaborating across engineering, business development, and program/product management functions.
• Drive team strength by recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and successfully integrating new talent into the organiz