# Manager, Software Engineering

> RAVE Aerospace LLC · Laramie, United States (Hybrid) · Full-time · Posted 2026-06-08

**Workplace:** hybrid

**Department:** Engineering

## Description

**Job Summary:**

The Software Manager is vital in building a high-performing, collaborative engineering team that consistently produces quality software aligned with company goals. This role focuses on team development, managing resources, and cross-functional collaboration to support individual and team growth while achieving project milestones. By offering proactive mentorship, engaging in strategic planning, and enhancing processes, the Software Manager fosters a positive work culture and boosts operational efficiency, ensuring every team member is empowered to contribute to the company’s success.

**Duties and Responsibilities:**

-   Create a positive, collaborative, and inclusive environment where engineers feel valued and engaged, fostering high morale and strong team cohesion
-   Conduct regular one-on-one meetings and performance reviews, offering constructive feedback and setting clear expectations for individual and team performance
-   Identify skill gaps and training needs, work with HR and leadership to develop personalized growth plans, and support engineers’ professional development
-   Collaborate with senior leadership to align team goals with broader company objectives and ensure that projects support strategic initiatives
-   Collaborate with project technical leads to understand project requirements and allocate engineering resources based on expertise, availability, and workload
-   Act as an advocate for team members, addressing concerns and facilitating career growth opportunities that align with personal and company goals
-   Lead the recruitment process to attract, assess, and hire talented engineers and ensure a smooth onboarding process integrating new hires into the team and culture
-   Coordinate with HR to manage compensation, promotions, and recognition programs, ensuring that high-performing engineers are rewarded appropriately
-   Address interpersonal and work-related conflicts within the team, promote a respectful work environment, and engage HR support when necessary
-   Ensure compliance with HR policies, labor laws, and workplace conduct guidelines, proactively addressing any issues related to attendance, behavior, or performance
-   Monitor engagement and retention metrics, conduct exit interviews, and implement strategies to reduce turnover and enhance job satisfaction
-   Identify opportunities to improve team processes and workflows in collaboration with the technical lead and project management, ensuring efficient delivery and quality standards

## Requirements

-   Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience in a related field
-   5+ years of experience working in a similar role
-   2+ years of management experience overseeing engineering teams, including performance evaluations and goal-setting
-   Foundational technical knowledge of software development practices (e.g., version control, Agile) to support team alignment
-   Experience with resource planning and workload balancing in collaboration with technical leads to meet project deadlines
-   Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence) and frameworks (Agile, Scrum, Kanban)
-   Data-driven decision-making skills using performance and engagement metrics for team growth and retention
-   Proficiency in supporting recruitment processes for engineering roles, including coordinating sourcing strategies, facilitating interviews, and overseeing onboarding efforts
-   Strong communication and collaboration skills to engage cross-functional teams and advocate for team members
-   Experience in the In-Flight Entertainment (IFE) industry (advantageous)

## Benefits

In addition to a comprehensive package of health benefits that include company contributions, RAVE Aerospace offers a variety of additional benefits and perks to enhance your work-life balance experience including but not limited to:

-   A home allowance to elevate your home workspace
-   Discretionary bonus program
-   Future financial security with a 401(k) program with company match
-   Paid time off covering vacations, personal time off and sick days, capped off by an exciting year-end holiday shutdown
-   Embraced flexibility with our alternative work schedule (9/80) to navigate your workweeks with every other Friday off

## Apply

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