Collins Aerospace · 12 hours ago
Senior Systems Engineering Manager (Onsite)
Richardson, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$132K/yr - $252K/yr
7+ years expCollins Aerospace is seeking a Senior Systems Engineering Manager to lead systems engineering execution on high-impact Department of Defense programs. This role involves providing technical and functional leadership to systems engineers and ensuring effective management of engineering resources to meet program priorities.
AerospaceIndustrialMilitarySatellite Communication
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead and mentor a team of systems engineers, providing technical direction and applying sound systems engineering principles across the full development lifecycle
Own engineering execution for scope, schedule, and cost, with direct involvement in project planning, Earned Value Management (EVM), and risk management activities
Ensure disciplined use of established development processes, lifecycle plans, and tools, including adherence to avionics certification standards and ARP-4754-aligned systems development
Lead, review, and provide technical guidance for proposal and capture activities, ensuring credible, executable engineering content
Make hiring and staffing decisions, conduct performance management, address personnel matters, and build a highly engaged, high-performing engineering team
Partner with peers and leadership to plan and execute broader departmental and strategic initiatives
Qualification
Required
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
Active and transferable Secret U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain Top Secret after start
Experience in a project engineering or technical lead role with cost and schedule accountability, including a strong background in Earned Value Management
Preferred
Demonstrated adaptability and resilience in dynamic environments with changing priorities and resource constraints
Strong emotional intelligence, maintaining composure and objectivity under pressure
Highly self-motivated leader capable of fostering a positive, accountable team culture
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Team-first mindset with a focus on collective success
Strong analytical, organizational, and prioritization skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent efforts
Ability to assess engineering performance against plan and proactively drive corrective actions
Experience developing and maintaining staffing plans, including recruiting, hiring, and onboarding
Proven ability to coach, mentor, and develop engineers
Experience with Agile development methodologies
Familiarity with the Atlassian tool suite, including JIRA
Ability to collaborate effectively with engineers, program leadership, and cross-functional stakeholders
Benefits
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!
Company
Collins Aerospace
Collins Aerospace is an RTX business.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2023-07-21Acquired
Leadership Team
Brad Haselhorst
Vice President and General Manager, Interior Products
Greg Gernhardt
VP Boeing Programs
Recent News
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