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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Hardware Engineering Manager II - **Company:** Sierra Nevada Corporation. - **Location:** Wichita, KS, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Computer Aided Three-Dimensional Interactive Application (CATIA), Computer Engineering, Desktop Computing, Hardware Design, Microsoft Project, Rapid Prototyping Process, Reverse Engineering, Computer Aided Engineering (CAE), C4ISR, Vulnerability Analysis - **Published:** August 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://snc.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/SNC_External_Career_Site/job/Wichita-KS/Hardware-Engineering-Manager-II_R0030469 ## About the Role * Bachelor's of Science degree in a related discipline * Typically, 8+ years of progressive engineering experience, which includes 4+ years of management experience. * Experience working in and leading large systems design and development teams * Experience leading the development, maturation, and approval of product level designs * Understanding of electrical systems design and hardware integration * Knowledge of industry-standard mechanical design principles * 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: * Prior experience with reverse engineering tools and methods. * Previous management experience; exposure to recruiting employees; assigning, directing, and evaluating their work; and overseeing the development and maintenance of staff competence * 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 * Understanding of how to prepare project schedules, budgets, bids, and estimates for proposed program work packages * Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense or US Military * Ability to motivate/work with others * Prior exposure to working successfully in a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment emphasizing rapid prototyping and fielding of capabilities, with minimal supervision * Proficiency with Microsoft Project * Experience with CATIA 3DExperience Essential Functions: * Must be able to work in an office environment or hybrid setting. * Ability to travel as required (up to 10% of the time). * Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. * Ability to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally. * Clearly convey technical information, design specifications, and project updates to team members, stakeholders, and management. * Ability to understand technical documents, schematics, and electronic instrument measurements. * Ability to work with and collaboratively lead teams of engineers. This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs. ## Description Are you dreaming about a position where you can deliver quality, meaningful results? Come be a part of our diverse, multi-disciplined team of engineers, operating in an agile environment, using the latest tools and methodologies. Develop your technical acumen as well as your leadership skills at a company with huge potential for long-term career growth. As an Engineering Manager II, you will enhance functional team performance through advanced technical leadership and problem-solving. By building high-performing teams, you will drive innovation and successful project outcomes. Your expertise in project management and risk assessment will efficiently manage complex projects, optimize resources, and mitigate risks. You will focus on process improvements, ensuring efficiency and compliance with standards. Through cross-functional collaboration and innovation management, you will align our initiatives with strategic goals. Your analytical thinking and A&D regulatory knowledge will ensure our solutions are both innovative and compliant. 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., * Support project staffing plans, schedules, budgets, bids, and estimates for proposed program work packages, including the execution of risk mitigation plans. * Ensure the availability and effectiveness of required tools, processes, and training to achieve program success, while aligning with SNC tools/processes and industry best practices/standards. * Manage resource allocations required for program task execution, as well as risk, issue, and challenge identification. * Collaborate with the business to determine staffing requirements and help source, screen, interview, and hire top engineering talent. * Execute onboarding support, training, mentorship, and career path/talent development activities for engineering discipline teams. * Provide career path support, conduct performance evaluations, and facilitate conflict resolution. ## Related Videos - [Quantum Computing - The tiny and the big challenges](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/934-quantum-computing-the-tiny-and-the-big-challenges) - [WebAssembly Revolution: Elevating JavaScript's Reach and Performance](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1149-webassembly-revolution-elevating-javascript-s-reach-and-performance) - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [The future of automotive mobility: Upcoming E/E architectures, V2X and its challenges](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/374-the-future-of-automotive-mobility-upcoming-e-e-architectures-v2x-and-its-challenges) - [Engineering/Manager Pendulum: Generating compound interest on your career](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100348-engineering-manager-pendulum-generating-compound-interest-on-your-career) - [Closing Keynote by Joel Spolsky](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/615-closing-keynote-by-joel-spolsky) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [The Ultimate Software Engineer Career Path Guide for 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/146-the-ultimate-software-engineer-career-path-guide-for-2023) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers)