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Software Engineering Manager

Crawley, United Kingdom

Job ID 16042
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On the L3Harris team, your job is to secure the world. We don’t work here just for the advanced technology and equipment: We work here because we know what – and who – we’re protecting. From families to the intelligence community, and from our climate to our men and women in uniform – we’re making the world a safer place. Working in Software with L3Harris you'll join our team of qualified, diverse individuals and work in a fast-paced environment with high expectations, global scope, and a collaborative team setting.

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  • Level: Experienced
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L3Harris Work Perks

  • Health

    • Medical with a High Deductible and traditional PPO plan options, as well as, vision and a full array of supplemental health benefits
    • A doctors' service to help with referrals and second opinions for you, your family, and parents
  • Family

    • 4 weeks of paid parental leave for moms and dads
    • Fertility treatment
    • Subsidized backup childcare and eldercare
    • Adoption assistance - $5,000 per adoption/$15,000 per employee
    • Pet insurance
  • Well-Being

    • No cap to your PTO time (for exempt employees)
    • Dress for your day - wear what works for you at work
    • Legal plan for you, your family, and parents
    • Discount platform

Job Description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing diverse, high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Software Engineering Manager- Aerospace

Job ID: 16042

Job Location: Gatwick area

Industry: Aerospace, Flight Simulators

About L3Harris UK

From 12 UK sites, our team of over 1,400 people deliver unique capabilities across air, land, sea, space and cyber for military, security and commercial customers, worldwide.

L3Harris Training Systems play a key role on delivering the L3Harris Commercial Aviation Solutions mantra of ‘Creating Safer Skies’. From our computer-based solutions all the way to our state-of-the-art Full Flight Simulators (FFS), improving the training experiencing and creating safer skies is at the heart of everything we do. Our Fixed Training Devices (FTD) and FFS feature aircraft-specific flight decks, offering the form, fit, feel, and function of the actual aircraft. Our airline pilot training systems cover the complete training spectrum, whether its systems knowledge, procedure training or jet transition we have the solutions for your airline.

A few of our employee benefits are:

  • 25 days holiday per year (plus bank holidays), increasing with long service and with the opportunity to buy/sell up to 5 days

  • Private medical insurance with optional family cover

  • Pension scheme of up to 7% employer contribution

  • Life Assurance 4x salary (flexible up to 10x)

  • Group income protection

  • Flexible opt-in extras such as a health care cash plan, dental insurance, gym membership, critical illness cover and cycle to work scheme

  • Employee assistance program providing mental health and wellbeing support

  • Staff car park (incl. EV charging stations)

  • Subsidised staff restaurant

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Software Engineering Manager to lead our dynamic software development team in the aerospace industry. Based in Greater London with hybrid working opportunities available, you will play a critical role in shaping the future of flight simulation by managing the development and delivery of high-quality software solutions for state-of-the-art flight simulators. Your leadership will ensure that our products meet the highest industry standards, and you will be instrumental in driving the success of software processes and ensuring compliance with safety-critical aerospace requirements.

Our organisation operates in a unique marketplace where we deliver products and services to almost every continent, providing the underlying capability to many pilot training operations globally. The marketplace is competitive and requires individuals who are fast moving, customer orientated, and results driven.This particular opportunity is right at the heart of our transformation goals.  This role will suit an individual that is highly motivated, hands on and wants to implement change.

We are seeking dynamic individuals who embody our core values of agility, customer focus, ownership, and transparency. In this role, you will thrive in a fast-paced environment, moving quickly to adapt and make decisions that drive progress while always keeping the customer first. You’ll demonstrate accountability by owning your objectives from start to finish, ensuring high-quality outcomes that prioritize customer needs. We value honest, open communication, so speaking candidly and providing constructive feedback is essential. Above all, teamwork is at the heart of everything we do—working together to achieve shared goals, supporting colleagues, and contributing to a positive, collaborative workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of software engineers to develop, enhance, and maintain software for flight simulation systems.

• Develop and implement efficient software processes, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and aerospace safety standards.

• Oversee project timelines, delivery schedules, and quality control, ensuring successful delivery of all software components and services.

• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers, QA, and project management, to drive product development.

• Monitor and improve software performance, reliability, and scalability to meet the rigorous demands of flight simulation environments.

• Mentor and support the professional growth of software engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative team culture.

• Ensure compliance with aerospace and relevant regulatory standards, , ensuring the integrity  and robustness of flight simulation software.

• Work closely with clients and stakeholders, providing updates on project progress and aligning software solutions with business needs.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

• Proven experience as a Software Engineering Manager or in a leadership role within the aerospace, aviation, or simulation industries.

• Strong knowledge of software development lifecycles, including Agile and Waterfall methodologies.

• Expertise in mission-critical software development, with a focus on aerospace standards.

• Experience in C/C++ and other relevant programming languages.

• Demonstrated ability to manage large-scale software projects from concept through to delivery.

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.

• Knowledge of flight simulation technology or avionics software is highly desirable.

Why Join Us?

• Work at the forefront of flight simulation technology in a fast-paced, innovation-driven aerospace environment.

• Lead a talented team of software engineers and contribute to products that directly impact the future of aviation safety and training.

 • Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career progression within a growing and respected organization.

• Be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking company that values innovation, excellence, and continuous learning.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about aerospace, software engineering, and leading teams to deliver world-class software solutions, we want to hear from you! Submit your CV and cover letter today. Join us in shaping the future of flight simulation!

Please note applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment must meet the requirement of right to work in the UK.

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