Engineering Senior Manager Jobs in Florida
Engineering Senior Manager jobs in Florida are in strong demand, with concentrated hiring in aerospace and defense, semiconductor manufacturing, civil infrastructure, and energy systems across an active and competitive statewide market at every level from project lead to executive director. The largest volumes of openings are in Orlando, Tampa, and Miami, where established employers such as Lockheed Martin, Siemens, and L3Harris Technologies maintain major engineering operations. Structural engineering, systems engineering management, and quality and compliance leadership are among the most consistently sought specializations in Florida listings. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the location where this position is based The position is not eligible for immigration or work-visa sponsorship now or in the future
At Royal Caribbean Group (RCG) we care about your health financial security and overall well-being That’s why we provide a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support what matters most to you across every area of life: physical intellectual emotional and social Here’s an overview of the benefits available to you including but not limited to:
Cruise and Travel Privileges
Health and Wellness Benefits
401(k) + Employer Contribution (US Only)
Company-Paid Life and Disability Insurance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Comprehensive Time Off Package
Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Training & Professional Development
Tuition & Professional Certification Reimbursement (US Only)
Position Summary:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Define and own the operating model for use case intake proof of concept scaling and value tracking including decision criteria review cadence- and the handoffs between teams — and answer for how the pipeline performs Run the use case intake process: capture problems and ideas from across the organization record the expected value of each (hours saved errors avoided cycle time)
- and prioritize the pipeline on value and effort Perform structured opportunity scanning across each function — inventory tools systems
- and manual workflows; map friction points to the right stage of the transformation approach; score opportunities on value and effort; and maintain the resulting backlog on a regular review cadence Run or take part in proofs of concept alongside the Senior Director and teams across the organization define success criteria before each one starts and recommend whether to scale adjust
- or stop Develop and own the rollout approach for proven digital and AI solutions across functions hubs and regions deciding which teams go first in what order
- with what prerequisites and success criteria Deliver rollouts end to end from planning and configuration of existing tools through content and process changes testing launch
- and handover to steady-state ownership Where a proven solution needs a custom-built or hosted tool define the requirements and hand them to the teams that build and run tools
- while retaining ownership of the rollout Support the development of AI platforms and tools by identifying and helping clear roadblocks such as access data availability approvals competing priorities
- or missing input from the field and by connecting the teams that build them with the users and decisions they need Adapt solutions to new functional and regional contexts without losing what made them work
- and determine when adaptation has gone far enough that the underlying approach must be reconsidered Diagnose where a solution breaks at scale and decide whether to fix redesign
- or retire it Own the value of each use case: set the expected benefit at intake agree the baseline with the measurement function before a proof of concept begins
- and be accountable for the gap between expected and realized value Be responsible for adoption outcomes: define what adoption means for each solution use independent measurement to segment intervention by user population
- and act where uptake stalls Specify the training materials and support model each solution and audience requires and partner with the learning and development team
- which designs and delivers it Build and sustain the Digitization & AI Champions network across every function hub and region as the channel for peer-led rollout and field feedback so support does not bottleneck on a single point
- (Executing) Lead internal technical partners solution delivery partners and hub-based contacts to committed dates making the trade-off calls when scope quality
- and timing collide Ensure every deployment operates within the guardrails set by the Senior Director and meets company standards for data classification access control and responsible AI use — transparency privacy oversight and fairness — including grounding and citation of AI outputs to verified sources
- and partnering with Information Security and Data & AI Governance on required reviews Run listening and continuous improvement activity pulse surveys usage review
- and retrospectives and feed the results into the next round of targeted training and tooling decisions Close the feedback loop: bring what is learned while scaling what sticks what does not and which problems keep recurring into prioritization roadmap and standards discussions with the Senior Director
- and propose scaling opportunities independently This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position
- Employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor or management
Qualifications Knowledge & Skills:
Four-year Bachelor's or equivalent required; Master’s degree in business Information Systems- or a related discipline 10+ years in program delivery digital transformation technology deployment
- or a closely related discipline Demonstrated experience scaling a solution from one team to many across a distributed
- multi-site organization this is the core skill of the role and should be evidenced explicitly Strong independent judgment; able to make sequencing design
- and trade-off decisions and stand behind them
- Track record leading cross-functional initiatives and influencing senior leaders and peers without direct authority Demonstrated ability to build and defend a business case set expected benefits up front and be held accountable for realizing them experience in benefits realization portfolio management
- or value management Proven change management capability in an environment where adoption not technology
- was the hard part
- Strong enablement and facilitation skills; credible in front of both digitally fluent users and experienced hands-on teams who have seen initiatives come and go Working understanding of data foundations — governed sources ownership
- unique identifiers — and why AI built on fragmented data fails
- Able to run multiple parallel workstreams across time zones without losing threads Excellent written and verbal communication
- effective from the yard floor to senior leadership
- Effective across cultures in an international organization Ability and willingness to travel approximately 20%
- including internationally
Preferred:
Experience in maritime- shipbuilding or another complex capital project environment
- Experience running a use case or demand intake process and taking proofs of concept through to scaled rollout Formal organizational change management grounding or certification (Prosci ADKAR Kotter or equivalent)
- applied in practice rather than held as a credential Familiarity with Workfront SharePoint or comparable enterprise project workflow
- and document platforms Experience with AI-assisted knowledge retrieval document synthesis
- or reporting automation in a production setting
Work Environment
Approximately 20% travel required including international travel to Newbuild hubs and shipyards Global team collaboration across time zones
Agency and Third-Party Submissions: Please note this is a direct search by the Company and applications through agencies and other third parties will not be accepted nor will fees be paid for unsolicited resumes Any unsolicited resumes will be considered the Company's property
We know there's a lot to consider As you go through the application process our recruiters will be glad to provide guidance and more relevant details to answer any additional questions Thank you again for your interest in Royal Caribbean Group We hope to see you onboard soon!
It is the policy of the Company to ensure equal employment and promotion opportunity to qualified candidates without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race color religion sex (including pregnancy and related medical conditions) age national origin disability sexual orientation sexuality gender identity or expression marital status citizenship or immigration status veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law Royal Caribbean Group and each of its subsidiaries prohibit and will not tolerate discrimination or harassment
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to support candidates with disabilities during our hiring process If you need a reasonable accommodation please reach out to us at hraccess@rcclcom This email is for disability-related accommodation requests only
Nearest Major Market: Miami
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Engineering Senior Manager Job Market in Florida
A snapshot from current Florida openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Lockheed Martin38

- L3Harris21

- Blue Origin10

- JPMorganChase5

- Deloitte3

Top Industries Hiring
- Fintech
- Food & Beverage
- Construction & Real Estate
- Banking & Financial Services
- Investment & Asset Management
What Florida Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in engineering senior manager jobs across Florida.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering with a Professional Engineer license recognized in Florida
- Eight or more years of progressive engineering experience including direct team leadership
- Demonstrated experience managing cross-functional engineering teams of ten or more people
- Proficiency with project management frameworks such as PMP, Agile, or CMMI
- Experience with Florida-relevant sectors such as aerospace, defense, or civil infrastructure
- Strong record of delivering engineering projects on schedule and within budget constraints
Engineering Senior Manager Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a engineering senior manager in Florida?
Most Florida employers require a bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline, with a master's preferred for senior management roles, plus a Florida-licensed Professional Engineer credential issued through the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation's Board of Professional Engineers. Candidates typically move into management after several years as a practicing engineer, often starting as a team lead or project engineer before stepping into a senior manager role within industries like aerospace, civil, or defense engineering.
Which companies hire engineering senior managers in Florida?
Employers hiring engineering senior managers in Florida right now include Lockheed Martin, L3Harris, and Blue Origin, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Florida's concentration of aerospace primes, defense contractors, and large infrastructure firms means engineering management roles appear across a wide range of employer sizes, from major system integrators to regional civil engineering consultancies.
Which Florida cities have the most engineering senior manager jobs?
Orlando, Tampa, and Florida account for the largest share of engineering senior manager openings in Florida. Orlando and the surrounding Space Coast corridor drive demand through aerospace and defense operations, Tampa's port and infrastructure growth supports civil and systems engineering leadership, and Miami's expanding technology and construction sectors generate consistent senior engineering management roles.
Are there remote engineering senior manager jobs in Florida?
Yes, but they're relatively limited. About 42% of engineering senior manager openings tied to Florida are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most of these roles involve overseeing physical teams, facilities, or production environments. The functions most likely to allow hybrid arrangements are program management, quality systems oversight, and engineering operations roles that are primarily administrative and strategic rather than hands-on.
How can I get hired as a engineering senior manager in Florida with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a team lead or senior engineer role first, then building management experience over several years before applying for a formal senior manager title. In Florida, large employers such as Lockheed Martin and Siemens often post rotational engineering programs and associate engineering manager tracks that build leadership credentials. Earning a Professional Engineer license through the Florida Board of Professional Engineers and completing a PMP certification significantly strengthens a candidate's profile for internal promotions into management.
Where can I find and apply to engineering senior manager jobs in Florida?
You can find and apply to engineering senior manager jobs in Florida on Migrate Mate, which lists current Florida openings across industries including aerospace, defense, civil infrastructure, and manufacturing. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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