Overview Who we are: Ever wonder who brings the entertainment to your flights? Panasonic Avionics Corporation is #1 in the industry for delivering inflight products such as movies, games, WiFi, and now Bluetooth headphone connectivity! How exciting would it be to be a part of the innovation that goes into creating technology that delights millions of people in an industry that’s here to stay! With our company’s history spanning over 40 years, you will have stability, career growth opportunities, and will work with the brightest minds in the industry. And we are committed to a diverse and inclusive culture that will help our organization thrive! We seek diversity in many areas such as background, culture, gender, ways of thinking, skills and more.  If you want to learn more about us visit us at www.panasonic.aero. And for a full listing of open job opportunities go to www.panasonic.aero/join-us/.   Responsibilities The Position Manages activities of two or more disciplines or departments. Oversees experienced level professionals and/or may be responsible for subordinate managers. Manages engineers and technical staff in the research, design, development, coding, and testing of software systems, solutions, and products applying principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis. Develops, modifies and executes company policies. Accountable for department budget which may be broad and have far reaching impact on the business segment. Software Engineering Manages 2 or more department activities, assigning, coordinating, and reviews work of software engineering subordinates, to design new products, modify existing designs, improve production techniques, and develop test procedures. Analyzes technology trends to identify new product ideas. Manage technical development to ensure compliance with product definitions including environmental requirements. Makes or reviews decisions regarding technical approaches or product designs with staff input considering resource allocation and ensures alignment with project plan. Confers with management, production, and marketing staff to determine feasibility, cost effectiveness and customer demand for new and existing products. Manage the development of test methodologies, plans and procedures. Oversee development with vendor partners for specific projects. Management Provide input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area(s) of responsibility. Oversee subordinate managers or highly skilled professionals. Hire, train, develop and appraise direct staff. Participates in forecasting operating costs of 2 or more department and performs preparation of budget requests. Qualifications Skills / Requirements: Agile software development and DevOps skills preferred. Proven ability to drive organizational transformation to support business strategy. Demonstrated ability to drive ownership and accountability in delivering quality product on time to customers. Ability to design, develop, code, test, debug and implement technical projects for the fabrication, modification and evaluation of new or existing software solutions or products. Proficient with commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within the Software Engineering field. Highly proficient in designing and developing requirements from specifications, oral instructions, or preliminary sketches. Advanced ability to develop and implement test methods and procedures. Ability to work with vendors on project needs. Ability to work in a diverse, fast paced, ever changing environment. Demonstrated leadership, people and team building skills. Ability to manage through subordinate leaders. Ability to persuade others in sensitive complex situations while preserving relationships. Ability to influence others to accept processes and approaches and ability to communicate and influence senior leadership. Ability to coach and develop managers. Ability to effectively resolve staff issues as they arise Excellent written and verbal skills with proactive attitude. Ability to effectively communicate between several departments within the global organization. Outstanding communication skills and demonstrated ability in developing and delivering complex business and technical presentations for senior management. Proven ability to introduce new technologies to improve cost, environmental and other product requirement constraints. Problem solving and troubleshooting skills required to meet design and qualification requirements. Ability to receive assignments in the form of objectives and determines how to use resources to meet schedules and goals. Ability to lead through change. Proven ability to direct and coordinate staff in developing solutions to technical problems that require extensive investigation and clarification. Recommends changes to policies and establishes procedures that affect immediate organization(s). Works on issues of diverse scope where analysis of situations or data requires an evaluation of a variety of factors, including an understanding of current business trends. Education and Requirements: 4 year degree, preferably in Engineering, Computer Science, or other Technical Degree or 12+ years relevant experience in lieu of a degree. 8+ years experience in software development 3+ years direct staff management experience. Ability to travel both domestically and Internationally up to 15% of time. The salary range is $131,300 - $220,000 per year, which is just one component of Panasonic’s total package. The final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to the individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses and incentives. The minimum hourly wage for this role will be the greater of the posted range, or minimum wage for the location where the employee will be working, subject to local minimum wage requirements. Our Principles: Contribution to Society | Fairness & Honesty | Cooperation & Team Spirit | Untiring Effort for Improvement | Courtesy & Humility | Adaptability | Gratitude What We Offer: At Panasonic Avionics Corporation we realize the most important aspects in leading our industry are the bright minds behind everything we do. We are proud to offer our employees a highly competitive, comprehensive and flexible benefits program. We offer flexible remote work options depending on your role. Where possible, we offer fully remote or hybrid work opportunities. Paid time off: Exempt Salaried employees receive flexible paid time off. This means that there is no fixed number, range, or limit to the amount of Personal and Vacation Days that may be taken for exempt employees. Non-exempt hourly employees accrue 14 vacation days per year + 7 sick days + 3 personal days. Accrual rate increases with tenure. All employees receive 11 company paid holidays per year. We also close our offices at the corporate level in the U.S. between Christmas and New Year. For operational positions that are expected to work on holidays, we provide additional compensation for hours worked. Health Insurance: Medical insurance offerings from Aetna and Kaiser (CA &HI). Options for Employee Only, Employee + Spouse/Domestic Partner, Employee + Children, or Family. Dental PPO and DMO options & Vision insurance through EyeMed or VSP. 401K with 50% match on up to 8% contribution, full vested from day 1. Washington residents only are eligible for: Washington’s Family and Medical Leave program and Washington’s Paid Sick Leave program. Other offerings include: Wellness Program, Counseling services, FSA & HSA, Life Insurance for employee, spouse and child, AD&D Insurance, Long-term and Short-term disability, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Dependent Care FLSA, Education Assistance, Commuter Program, Employee Purchase Program, Service Award Program. All applicants are subject to Company policies, third party customer and worksite requirements, and government requirements, regarding vaccination and/or testing for COVID-19. Where permitted by applicable law, applicants may be required to be fully vaccinated with an authorized COVID-19 vaccine as a condition of employment, unless they are eligible for and obtain an exemption based on a reasonable accommodation because of a disability or a sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance. While the Company strongly encourages COVID-19 vaccinations, it may require vaccination and/or testing for positions in which third party customer, worksite, or government requirements apply, in accordance with applicable law. At those locations where requirements apply, exemptions will be considered based on applicable law. WHERE YOU’LL BE: [Hybrid/Onsite] For our hybrid and onsite roles, Panasonic Avionics is committed to fostering an ideal working environment that goes beyond the conventional. We understand the significance of moments that matter in your onsite experience, and we prioritize creating a workspace that not only promotes productivity but also ensures a fulfilling and positive work atmosphere. Join us at Panasonic Avionics, where your onsite presence is valued, and we strive to make each moment count in your professional journey. WHO WE ARE: If you've ever boarded a plane with a video display on the seat in front of you, offering Movies, TV, Gaming, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Audio; there's a great chance that Panasonic Avionics is behind it all. Do you enjoy watching movies in your warm comfortable living room? Panasonic Avionics Corporation is on a mission to create the same warm comfortable feeling through connectivity and Engagement Beyond Entertainment while flying. Panasonic Avionics Corporation is the leading In-flight entertainment supplier. You can be part of the mission by ensuring our equipment is installed properly on the aircraft seat. WE TAKE OPPORTUNITY SERIOUSLY: At Panasonic Avionics, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. Fairness and Honesty have been part of our core values for more than 100 years and we are proud of our diverse culture as an equal opportunity employer. We understand that your career search may look different than others and embrace the professional, personal, educational, and volunteer opportunities through which people gain experience. If you are actively looking or starting to explore new opportunities, send us your application! Panasonic Avionics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Avionics. REQ-147981