Sr. Engineering Manager

Job Description Summary

Responsible for designing , developing and testing Embedded Software (Firmware), platforms and systems that control and runs on devices that need to be tailored to the needs of the hardware that it has to control and run on (i.e. directly controls the real time functions of a physical device such as motors, alternators, engines, valves, fans, and other devices and products). Typically requires a deep understanding of the characteristics of the physical device being controlled, the realtime functions it is expected to perform and the ability to design, develop, implement, and test the logic and software required to realize the realtime functionality. Usually tailored for products and services across various P&Ls. Impacts the team's ability to achieve service, quality and timeliness of objectives. The role is subject to operating policy objectives. There is moderate autonomy within the role. High levels of operational judgment are required to achieve outcomes required.

• Hold responsibility for the overall people Leadership in her/his section
• Lead the People and Performance Growth process for his/her staff by establishing team and individual priorities, hold a regular checkpoint rhythm and provide timely and concise feedback
• Engage into career planning for and with her/his team members
• Define the training and development needs of her/his team
• Ensure a collaborative and fulfilling work environment
• Be the communication focal for his team by flowing down information and seeking the team's feedback to bring it up on management meetings
• Define and participate in Talent Development and Performance Improvement programs
• Be open to receive feedback and improve their personal performance
• Work closely with our GE customers to ensure that appropriate resources are available and satisfy project requirements in regard to skills, capacity and availability
• Take full ownership of the liquidation of engineering hours into revenue (fulfill Yield targets)
• Contribute to the hiring process by defining the needs and support the evaluation of the candidates
• Hold responsibility for project funding
• Ensure a smooth execution of projects in his/her area responsibility and highlighting and resolving upcoming issues
• Advocate for the GE Warsaw site and his team in customer interactions
• Scan the horizon for new potential projects/competence needs
• Contribute to section and site strategy
• Ensure the delivery of section and site objectives
• Organize work in a manner ensuring the fulfillment of the requirements and expectations defined by AS 9100
• Identify opportunities for improvement

• Masters/Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, or Computer science
• Significant experience of working in a highly technical engineering field, preferably avionics systems.
• High proficiency in spoken and written English
• Highly developed communication skills

• Prior experience as a People Leader
• Strong familiarity and experience with aerospace organizations
• Solid background in Systems or Software Engineering
• Awareness of Aviation development standards (i.e. ARP 4754, DO-178, DO-254, DO-160)
• Background in Project Management or Business Administration
• Advanced presentation skillset
• Problem solving attitude
• High level of say-do ratio