Cae - Binghamton, NY
posted about 2 months ago
As a Software Engineering Manager at CAE USA Inc., you will play a pivotal role in leading a team of software engineers within the defense and security industry. This position is designed for an ambitious software engineering professional who is ready to take on a dual-role that encompasses both functional management and technical program responsibilities. The functional management aspect will take up approximately 10% to 20% of your time, while the remaining 80% to 90% will be dedicated to technical tasks. You will be responsible for coaching, supporting, training, and motivating your team members to ensure they perform at a high level. This includes managing personnel aspects such as performance assessments, career development guidance, program assignments, merit and salary actions, training plans, staffing, and recruiting. In your technical capacity, you will coordinate with other program leads to ensure successful program completion, work collaboratively in a team environment throughout the software development lifecycle, and develop software products across all phases. You will provide guidance to the project team, ensuring that project goals are met and that program plans are adhered to. Additionally, you will actively mentor intermediate and junior engineers, manage task/resource planning, and develop Basis of Estimates (BOEs) and Integrated Master Plans (IMPs) to support project execution. Your leadership will foster a productive and engaging work environment where employees can thrive, and you will collaborate with senior management to apply appropriate standards and processes throughout the development lifecycle. This role requires a self-motivated leader with a strong work ethic and a positive approach. You will be expected to support proposal generation, execute performance appraisals, and participate in workload planning and staffing allocations to align with the overall strategy of the team. Your ability to define clear roles and responsibilities, administer company policies, and serve as a communication channel will be crucial to your success in this position.