Software Engineering Manager - TRU Simulation Training, Inc.

Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you’ll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support you and your family members – now and in the future, beginning day one. Your success is our success.

Description

JOB SUMMARY:

The Software Engineering Manager is highly proficient in software development and team leadership. With a successful track record of delivering high-quality software across multiple platforms, this role involves managing the Simulator System’s Team, which produces software related to aircraft simulation. Collaborating with project engineers, team leads, developers, and program managers, the Software Engineering Manager ensures the delivery of high-fidelity software for our TRU Products. Reporting to the Director of Engineering, this position plays a critical role in driving software excellence.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Thoroughly review software specifications, architectural designs, test plans, and code to ensure quality and adherence to best practices.

• Collaborate with the development team to identify areas for improvement and optimization.

• Work closely with the team to produce robust and scalable software architecture designs.

• Provide technical guidance on architectural decisions, ensuring alignment with overall project goals.

• Collaborate with product management to define and prioritize product enhancements and features.

• Balance technical feasibility, business impact, and user needs.

• Collaborate with project managers and project engineers to define software tasks, acceptance criteria, and detailed designs.

• Translate high-level requirements into actionable development tasks.

• Prepare simulator systems design and architect approaches for proposal submissions.

• Provide labor estimations for budgets and project schedules.

• Supervise group members, identifying and resolving technical and interpersonal issues.

• Allocate team resources based on individual skills, knowledge, and abilities.

• Oversee the creation and validation of simulator systems product development specifications.

• Ensure alignment with project requirements and quality standards.

• Work with top level management to define and recruit top talent.

• Set performance goals for team members, evaluate their progress, and provide coaching and professional development opportunities.

• Develop and motivate leaders and highly functional teams.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Computer or Software Engineering or related technical field required

• 8 years of Software Design experience required and at least 3 years of leading or managing development teams

• 5 years of Aircraft Simulator Experience preferred

QUALIFICATONS:

• Experience with C software developers

• Experience with Linux and Windows

• Experience with software design methodologies and best coding standards

• Strong technical and business aptitude

• Strong project management skills and keen attention to detail

• Experience working with customers and product managers to identify business needs and translate those into software requirements

• Focused on driving change and continuous improvement

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Professionally mature interpersonal skills

• Ability to interact with executives

• Creative problem-solver

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of, race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, handicap, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Recruiting Company: TRU Simulation + Training, Inc.
Primary Location: US-Florida-Lutz
Other Locations: US-Florida-Tampa
Job Function: Engineering
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Manager with Direct Reports
Job Type: Experienced
Shift: Compressed Work Week (9x80)
Travel: Yes, 20 % of the Time
Relocation: Available
Job Posting: 05/20/2024, 3:49:32 PM
Job Number: 323467