Senior Software Engineering Manager, ACTT Datalinks

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Sr Software Engineering Manager managing engineering development of military test range solutions at Collins Aerospace. Overseeing a team to deliver embedded software applications for tactical advantages.

Posted 6/11/2026full-timeRemote • Iowa • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $132,400 - $251,600 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Linux

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage daily activities and contribute to the technical oversight of software engineers, project engineers, and support organizations to develop, integrate, and test embedded software in an Agile development environment for software-defined radio architectures
Manage project scope, schedule, and budget for software engineering activities using Earned Value Management System (EVMS) performance measurement; manage project risks/issues and elevate to upper management when appropriate
Demonstrate predictable program execution and continuous improvement
Oversee and participate in the development of engineering bids and proposals
Create and implement strategic workforce and staffing plans to ensure the team meets its business objectives and maintains high-performance standards, including recruiting/hiring, as well as actively addressing employee performance and career development actions
Ensure compliance with Collins Aerospace development processes and standard work requirements
Collaborate across programs and engineering teams to identify efficiencies, share resources, and support the development of best practices, necessitating an ability to clearly communicate objectives and status to audiences with varying degrees of understanding of the products and technology
Develop and nurture internal and external networks, ensuring alignment and transparency with stakeholders, forging relationships with peers across RCP Engineering, Value Stream Leadership, and government customers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must have, or be capable of obtaining, a US Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance. (Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation/reinstatement and must meet eligibility requirements.)
US citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Experience leading cross-functional technical teams in software development/integration/test with FPGA and Crypto Module integration
Working knowledge of embedded software development and the use of C++, a proven ability to guide and lead software development processes
Experience with cost account management (EVMS) and schedule management
Able to motivate/challenge engineers as well as keeping them engaged in a high-performing team environment
Experience with Agile development methodologies
Software development experience with C, C++, or related languages, as well as experience developing on Red Hat Linux or equivalent OS
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

Benefits

Comp & perks

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, wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
Eligible for relocation
And more!

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Hard Skills & Tools

C++Cembedded software developmentFPGA integrationCrypto Module integrationAgile development methodologiescost account managementschedule managementRed Hat LinuxEarned Value Management System (EVMS)

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationteam motivationperformance managementstrategic planningcollaborationproblem-solvingcontinuous improvementrelationship buildingproject management

Certifications

US Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance