Job Description

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.

Are you dreaming about a position where you can deliver meaningful results? Come be a part of our diverse team of engineers. Develop your leadership skills at a company with huge potential for long-term career growth. As an Engineering Manager, you will be using your skills and expertise to support program execution by managing technical teams. These teams will support a wide range of products, from advanced mission systems, web applications, to avionics and embedded systems. You will represent the Software Engineering discipline at the program's management level meetings. You'll ensure that the software engineering design, documentation, and approvals meet the program schedules, are sound engineering decisions, and that engineering hours expended are productive, meeting program goals and budgets. You will oversee training of staff and provide technical direction as required.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the development, maintenance, optimization, and accreditation of the integrated digital engineering platform at all security levels
• Ensure seamless integration of various engineering tools and systems within the digital environment
• Ensure technical support, troubleshooting, user feedback gathering, bug reporting is available for platform users and key stakeholders
• Work with other stakeholders to confirm integrity, accuracy, and security of data within engineering platform
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to align platform capabilities with project requirements and timelines
• Develop, deliver, and host training programs to educate users on platform functionality and FAQs.
• Continuously evaluate and implement improvements to enhance platform availability, efficiency, and user experience
• Ensure platform is compliant to CMMC standards, company policies, and program requirements
• Monitor platform performance, availability, cost, usage and ensure clear reporting and data-driven decision-making
• Ensure platform is operational within financial constraints of program
• Liaise with software vendors and both internal and external service providers to manage licenses, support agreements, version updates, system updates, etc. in all security environments
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies to drive cost-effective and innovative solutions
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of platform architecture, configuration, user guides, and support
• Ensure alignment and synchronization of multi-disciplinary engineering teams
• Collaborate with Cybersecurity, System Security, IT, System Administrators, Lab Managers, external subcontractor teams, government customers, etc. to ensure digital platform is implemented according to stakeholder requirements and schedules needs
• Work with Program Manager and Staffing Manager to manage, obtain, and grow engineering talent required for program task execution
• Work with Program Manager to identify risks and identify mitigation plans
• Manage the engineering platform as a product, retaining awareness of all stages of the product development lifecycle and activities, including requirements definition, architecture development, agile planning, configuration management, delivery, integration, testing, sustainment, and more.
• Ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders and implementation teams to ensure digital thread is achieved within an Integrated Development Environment (IDE)

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor's of Science degree in a related discipline
• Typically, 8+ years of progressive engineering experience, which includes 4+ years of management experience.
• Experience with large scale software development
• Experience with automation and configuration management
• Experience with software process automation with popular scripting languages
• Experience developing code in at least one high-level programming language
• Understanding of software development methodologies such as Agile/Scrum, Waterfall, and Spiral
• Experience with concept and industry expectations of digital thread
• Thorough understanding of engineering principles and practices
• Experience with Computer Aided Engineering tools, analysis and simulation
• Ability to work in multi-disciplinary design and development teams
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience with identifying and coordinating resources to ensure the required tools, processes, and training are available/effective and programs are staffed and supported to achieve success
• Previous management experience; exposure to recruiting employees; assigning, directing, and evaluating their work; and overseeing the development and maintenance of staff competence
• Understanding of how to prepare project schedules, budgets, bids, and estimates for proposed program work packages
• Prior exposure to working successfully in a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment emphasizing rapid prototyping and fielding of capabilities, with minimal supervision
• Mission Operations experience, including GIS

At Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) we deliver customer-focused technology and best-of-breed integrations in the aerospace and defense sectors. SNC has been honored as one of the most innovative U.S. companies in space, a Tier One Superior Supplier for the U.S. Air Force, and as one of America’s fastest growing companies. Learn more about SNC

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

Estimated Starting Salary Range: $189,761.74 - $260,922.39. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors, such as candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.