Senior Engineering Manager – FPGA [Onsite]

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Senior Engineering Manager to lead a team of FPGA designers and verifiers in Cedar Rapids, IA. This role focuses on developing safety-critical FPGA devices for avionics display and computing products in both commercial and military sectors. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a solid understanding of FPGA development practices, and experience in project management and military/commercial certification.

Responsibilities:

• Lead a team applying engineering principles related to Avionics FPGA development.
• Guide team members in managing scope, schedule, and budget for engineering design activities.
• Oversee the utilization of design and development processes and ensure compliance with certification standards.
• Lead and review bid and proposal activities, providing guidance to team members.
• Make hiring decisions, conduct performance assessments, and develop personnel to achieve career goals.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) with a minimum of 10 years relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree with 7 years of experience.
• Experience in functional or project leadership roles for Software or FPGA developments with cost and schedule responsibility.
• Strong background in Earned Value Management.

Skills:

• Adaptable and emotionally flexible to changes in assignments and responsibilities.
• Self-motivated with strong analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Ability to evaluate engineering performance and analyze data to address program issues.
• Experience with DO-254 development and verification processes.
• Familiarity with various FPGA vendors and verification tools.