Embedded Eng Manager

Key Responsibilities:

Engineering Leadership:

• Lead the CX Enabler engineering team to deliver all product development activities related to Gateways, Routers, and Tracker systems.
• Ensure the design, development, and certification of avionics products, working with cross-functional teams, including project leads, technology specialists, and system engineers.

Program/Project Management:

• Prepare project proposals and comprehensive project plans, including estimations, schedules, SOW, and quality plans.
• Manage and track project milestones, ensuring delivery within budget and timeline.
• Responsible for all aspects of project management: scope, risk, schedule, communication, quality, cost, procurement, external relations, and resources.

Technical Solutions and Product Development:

• Take ownership of the technical solution for projects, working with leads across engineering functions to ensure smooth development and release.
• Monitor release criteria and manage releases, ensuring customer acceptance and compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Plan and implement defect prevention activities at the project level, handling non-conforming items as per the procedure.

Business & Financial Management:

• Contribute to the financial health of the business by focusing on budgets, ROI, margins, market trends, and customer requirements.
• Ensure alignment between business goals and engineering projects.
• Lead budgetary planning, resource management, and strategic delivery for new product development and existing product enhancements.

Performance Monitoring:

• Establish systems for collecting and analyzing performance metrics to ensure ongoing improvement.
• Lead process development to ensure superior service and higher productivity/profitability for the business.
• Regularly review engineering projects and report performance and results to leadership.

Team Building & Development:

• Build and retain talent within the engineering team, ensuring skills development in core and emerging areas.
• Create an environment for business-driven innovation, focusing on customer-backed and technology-forward offerings.

Stakeholder & Customer Management:

• Maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, partners, and customers to ensure alignment with project goals and customer needs.
• Sponsor and lead transformational projects that align with Honeywell's culture of 'Do Different' to achieve New Product Development (NPD) goals.

Continuous Improvement & Innovation:

• Drive a culture of continuous improvement and technological advancement.
• Contribute to product strategies and technology roadmaps that improve engineering quality and productivity.
• Understand market trends in the aerospace industry, including standards like DO-178C, IPDS, and Cybersecurity.

Travel:

• Travel within India and internationally may be required for project implementation, customer meetings, and system installations.

Qualifications:

Educational Background:

• Bachelor's/Master's degree in ECE, Computer Science, or Aerospace Engineering.

Experience:

• 14+ years of experience in the design, development, and certification of avionics products (specifically for Gateways, Routers, and SATCOM Systems).
• Proven experience in program/project management, risk management, and budgeting.

Technical Skills:

• Strong background in system design, qualification, and certification for avionics and aerospace products.
• Knowledge of aerospace qualification and certification requirements.
• Expertise in cybersecurity aspects related to aerospace and communication systems.
• Familiarity with Surveillance systems, DO-178C, IPDS, and Cybersecurity practices.

Leadership & Communication Skills:

• Proven ability to lead teams and drive collaborative relationships.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact with individual contributors, team members, and executive leadership.
• Ability to work in a cross-functional environment and navigate organizational dynamics.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience with gateways, routers, and SATCOM systems.
• Change management skills with a focus on cultural transformation.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Key Competencies:

• Leadership: Strong leadership skills, guiding teams through project challenges and fostering a collaborative environment.
• Problem-Solving: A high level of analytical thinking with an ability to handle complex technical and organizational challenges.
• Innovation: Ability to drive innovation and integrate new technologies into Honeywell's product offerings.
• Strategic Vision: Contribute to the creation of technology roadmaps and drive strategic business goals.