Associate Director, Engineering – Software Department Manager – Integrated Platforms (onsite)

Collins Aerospace

Richardson, TX, United States
Base: 157,200 usd - 298,800 usd; bonus/equity: not...
Hybrid
Active secret u.s. government security clearance
Leadership of large software engineering teams
Software development lifecycle management
Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced aerospace and defense solutions focused on mission-critical systems within a Special Access Program

Job Summary

  • Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced aerospace and defense solutions focused on mission-critical systems within a Special Access Program.
  • The Associate Director will lead a department of over 100 software engineers, overseeing the full software development lifecycle and fostering teamwork and continuous improvement.
  • The company offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) matching, tuition reimbursement, and various wellness and family support programs.

Matching Summary

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced aerospace and defense solutions focused on mission-critical systems within a Special Access Program.

Salary

Base: 157,200 USD - 298,800 USD; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and more

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Active Secret U.S. government security clearance
  • Leadership of large software engineering teams
  • Software development lifecycle management
  • Embedded software and communication software knowledge
  • Experience in DoD regulated environment
  • Onsite work in Richardson TX or Largo FL

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with C/C++, C#, Python, JAVA, Angular
  • Familiarity with Gitlab, Docker, Kubernetes
  • Agile development environment experience
  • Technical risk and opportunity management
  • Experience with project management tools like Jira and Confluence
  • AI application usage in software systems
  • Strong analytical and communication skills

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 12 years relevant experience or 10 with advanced degree
  • Active and transferable Secret U.S. government security clearance required prior to start
  • U.S. citizenship required for security clearance eligibility
  • Experience leading large software engineering teams
  • Experience with DoD or similarly regulated software development
  • Ability to obtain and hold US Security Clearance

Work Rights

Must have U.S. citizenship and active Secret security clearance

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