Embedded Eng Manager

Job Description 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.