Software Engineering Technical Manager

About This RoleTo learn more about CAE Binghamton, our open positions and the Binghamton community, please visit our website at CAE Binghamton.Who We Are:CAE Vision: Our vision is to be the worldwide partner of choice in defense and security, civil aviation, and healthcare by revolutionizing our customers’ training and critical operations with digitally immersive solutions to elevate safety, efficiency and readiness.CAE Defense & Security Mission: CAE's Defense and Security business unit focuses on helping prepare military customers to develop and maintain the highest levels of mission readiness.CAE Values: Empowerment, Innovation, Excellence, Integrity and OneCAE make us who we are and we strive to make a difference in the world while helping each other succeed.What We Have to Offer:Comprehensive and competitive benefits package and flexibility that promotes work-life balanceA work environment where all employees are valued, respected and safeFreedom to succeed by enabling team members to deliver, take initiatives and make decisionsRecognition, professional development, advancement and having fun!Essential Duties And ResponsibilitiesReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.This role is anticipated to be 75% performing in a technical role and 25% coverage performing the duties associated with this position.Are you ready for a rewarding opportunity? We are seeking an ambitious software engineering professional to join our leadership team. The successful candidate will be responsible to coach, support, train, and motivate team members to ensure a high level of performance. This position will be responsible for personnel management of a software team to include performance assessment, career development guidance, program assignments, merit and salary actions, training plans, staffing and recruiting.As the Software Manager you will be responsible for:Promoting a productive, engaging and rewarding work environment where employees can contribute, grow & thriveDefining team roles and responsibilities ensuring expectations are clearEstablishing performance standards and evaluating performanceSupporting engineers in meeting their commitmentsCompensating and rewarding exceptional performanceInterviewing, selecting, and onboarding the best talent in the marketProviding career advice, guidance and supporting growth development plansSecuring next assignment opportunities for your teamLeading/supporting technical reviews and guidance as neededEnforcing the software development processMentoring team membersEnsuring team members have the adequate resources to perform their jobServing as channel for company communicationsAdministering company policies and practicesCollaborating with peers and direct management in resource planning and hiring activitiesQualifications And Education RequirementsBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or other technical field or equivalent education and work experienceMinimum of 10 years software development experienceDemonstrated success in prior leadership roles, with 3-5 years leadership experienceExperience supporting military or defense programsExcellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skillsStrong critical thinking and logical reasoning skills with the ability to solve issues and predict potential programmatic and technical risksStrong follow-up skills with attention to detailClear and concise communication in both written and verbal formAssertive problem-solving, negotiations, and conflict-resolution skillsAbility to be diplomatic or firm, when necessary, to move business forward or obtain resultsAbility to manage multiple tasks and tight deadlines with confidence and easeAbility to prioritize and organize workload across multiple groupsMust have proven ability to build trust and inspire othersProven experience with the software development lifecycleProven track record of building relationships, fostering collaboration and working cross-functionally with multidisciplinary teamsExperience using earned value management systems to manage a team's cost and schedule performanceActive DoD Secret Clearance within a five-year investigation periodDue to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role. Preferred SkillsExperience in an Agile/SAFe leadership role (Scrum Master, Product Owner, Release Train Engineer, e.g.)Candidate must be a strategic, forward thinker with a can-do attitude.High desire to provide customer satisfaction.5+ years of leadership experience15+ years of software development experienceProven ability recruiting top talentSecurity ResponsibilitiesMust comply with all company security and data protection / usage policies and procedures.  Personally responsible for proper marking and handling of all information and materials, in any form. Shall not divulge any information, or afford access, to other employees not having a need-to-know. Shall not divulge information outside company without management approval.  All government and proprietary information will be accessed and stored electronically on company provided resources.Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role. Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfullyAbout This RoleWho We Are:CAE Vision: Our vision is to be the worldwide partner of choice in defense and security, civil aviation, and healthcare by revolutionizing our customers’ training and critical operations with digitally immersive solutions to elevate safety, efficiency and readiness. CAE Defense & Security Mission: CAE's Defense and Security business unit focuses on helping prepare military customers to develop and maintain the highest levels of mission readiness. CAE Values: Empowerment, Innovation, Excellence, Integrity and OneCAE make us who we are and we strive to make a difference in the world while helping each other succeed. What We Have to Offer:Comprehensive and competitive benefits package and flexibility that promotes work-life balance A work environment where all employees are valued, respected and safe Freedom to succeed by enabling team members to deliver, take initiatives and make decisions Recognition, professional development, advancement and having fun! SUMMARYThe C2ISR Test Engineer SME shall advise and assist by supporting the development and implementation of T&E projects for C2ISR weapons system. The SME will advise and assist by interfacing with warfighter expertise in the areas of AOC, combat operations, combat plans, defensive operations, air defense operations, and interoperability in conducting operational analyses of theater requirements, and establishing test procedures and objectives.Essential Duties And Responsibilities Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Test concept, design, and methodology development; test planning; test instrumentation; test execution and data collection; test data reduction and analysis; assist in the development of test reports and test briefings. Support will include assisting in the development and production of draft test plans and reports for Government approval on each system for T&E. The SME shall advise and assist by supporting C2ISR system T&E (including FDE, OUE, OA, TD&E activities, Advanced Concept Technology Demonstrations (ACTDs), Concept Demonstrations, and special projects conducted and supported by the 605 TES. Provide testing and evaluation for C2ISR architectures, such as BCS-F open-systems architecture for automating Homeland Defense Air Operations; distributing, and processing ISR information, such as the Distributed Common Ground System (DCGS); DoD cryptographic (or AFGSC Command Post) systems that support a multitude of operational missions across the DoD; Air Force Logistics systems that support the readiness and sustainment of Aircraft and Munitions. Assisting in the development and production of draft test plans and reports for Government approval on each C2ISR system for T&E, as required.  Advise and assist by providing acquisition and process support by reviewing any 605 TES acquisition support activities and products. Assisting in the development and updates of the following: Integrated Test Team (ITT) charters, Initial Capabilities Documents (ICDs); Capabilities Development Documents (CDDs); Capabilities Production Documents (CPDs); Operational Requirements Documents (ORDs); Analysis of Alternatives (AoAs); Program Management Directives (PMDs); Test and Evaluation Strategies; Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMPs); and operational manuals and handbooks. Assist in the development of a comprehensive introductory training course on operational test and evaluation of command and control systems. Advise and assist by participating in working groups, technical reviews, and other mission-related activities. This support shall include attending program meetings and making recommendations on technical matters and decisions required. Provide documentation support in developing AOC WS configuration management policies, plans, procedures and evaluations for C2ISR systems. Support shall include preparing and assisting in presenting technical status briefings documenting problem areas, test progress, and accomplishments affecting defined task areas. Advise and assist in the development of plans to overcome any test shortfalls that may be encountered in the course of test planning. This may include developing software to collect, reduce, and analyze data; documenting the requirement for systems needed to perform tests; and installing and integrating these systems. Qualifications And Education Requirements  Bachelor’s Degree Five (5) years AOC COD experience as a qualified Team or Division Chief, and/or 5 years experience in A3 on a Component-Numbered Air Force (C-NAF) or MAJCOM AFFOR staff in a leadership capacity. Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.  Preferred Skills LANGUAGE SKILLSMust have the ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents. Will be required to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries and complaints. Mathematical SkillsMust be able to calculate figures and amounts, prices, commissions, and percentages, and to draw and interpret graphs. REASONING ABILITYMust be able to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. An ability to interpret complex customer requirements and attitudes from verbal, non-verbal, and written communication is desirable. Security Responsibilities Must comply with all company security and data protection / usage policies and procedures.  Personally responsible for proper marking and handling of all information and materials, in any form. Shall not divulge any information, or afford access, to other employees not having a need-to-know. Shall not divulge information outside company without management approval.  All government and proprietary information will be accessed and stored electronically on company provided resources.   Incumbent must be eligible for DoD Personal Security Clearance.  Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role. Work Environment This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Must be able to work overtime as necessary. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. CAE USA Inc. is an EOE/AA employer and gives consideration for employment to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you’d like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click here Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal. PAY TRANSPARENCY NONDISCRIMINATION PROVISION The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. Position TypeRegularCAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.Equal Opportunity Employer CAE is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. As "One CAE," we take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, nationality, colour, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, Veteran status, age, or other legally protected characteristics.If you don't see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed in the job posting, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please get in touch with us at rh-hr@cae.com.110177