Senior Software Engineering Manager (Onsite)

Date Posted: 2026-07-23 Country: United States of America Location: US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-143 ~ 855 35Th St NE ~ BLDG 143 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: DoD Clearance: Secret Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1 Raytheon Company Managed by Collins Aerospace 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. Sign On Bonus Eligible 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  Qualifications You Must Have: 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 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. Qualifications We Prefer: 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 flight deck, flight management system, or avionics software development 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, wellness rewards program. ​ Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits.  ​ Bright Horizons, child, and elder care services. ​ Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program.  ​ May be eligible for relocation And more!   ​ Learn More & Apply Now! ​ Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today. ​ *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. 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.   Employee Referral Eligible 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. The salary range for this role is 132,400 USD - 251,600 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, m