Signature Aviation · 22 hours ago
Engineering Manager, Mobile Apps
Orlando, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expSignature Aviation is seeking a hands-on, technically strong Manager, Mobile Applications Engineering to lead the development, deployment, and operational excellence of enterprise mobile solutions. The role involves building high-performing React Native applications and partnering with external vendors to ensure seamless integration and ongoing support of third-party applications.
Airlines/Aviation
Responsibilities
Lead, mentor, and develop mobile engineering teams delivering applications primarily in React Native
Drive day-to-day engineering execution across multiple Agile teams, ensuring high-quality design, implementation, and delivery
Promote strong engineering practices, including clean architecture, modular design, automation, secure coding, and code quality standards
Oversee the delivery and optimization of mobile applications across: Honeywell rugged handhelds (e.g., CT40, CT60, EDA series), iOS and Android smartphones, Tablets supporting operational workflows
Ensure applications are optimized for performance, offline functionality, barcode scanning, RFID, and other rugged device capabilities
Lead improvements to deployment processes, including OTA updates, version control, compliance, and large-scale device fleet management
Serve as the primary engineering point of contact for third-party mobile vendors
Coordinate deployment, testing, configuration, certification, and lifecycle management of vendor-provided applications on enterprise devices
Validate technical compatibility, performance, and security of vendor solutions prior to rollout
Manage shared technical roadmaps, SLAs, and issue resolution with vendor engineering teams
Oversee enterprise mobile app onboarding, including packaging, MDM/EMM deployment, and update strategies
Partner closely with Solution Architects to design and maintain secure, scalable, and maintainable mobile architectures
Guide engineering teams on integrations with enterprise systems, including scheduling systems (e.g., UKG), HR platforms, Reservation and Order Management Systems, CRM and pricing engines, Event messaging and notification platforms, POS systems
Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture standards, integration patterns, and governance guidelines
Partner with Product Managers to translate business needs into technical plans and executable engineering work
Collaborate with UX/UI designers to deliver intuitive, device-optimized mobile experiences
Lead technical grooming, backlog refinement, sprint planning, milestone tracking, and release coordination
Work closely with QA to define and execute comprehensive testing strategies across devices, platforms, and environments
Maintain high engineering standards through code reviews, automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and device-level validation
Ensure all mobile releases meet security, compliance, and performance requirements
Continuously improve engineering processes, deployment practices, and device management capabilities
Qualification
Required
8+ years of mobile engineering experience, including significant hands-on React Native development
3+ years of experience leading or managing engineering teams delivering enterprise mobile solutions
Proven experience deploying applications across Honeywell rugged devices, tablets, and mixed mobile environments
Strong background in MDM/EMM solutions, fleet deployment strategies, and device lifecycle management
Experience partnering with third-party vendors for mobile application integration, deployment, and ongoing support
Deep understanding of barcode scanning APIs, hardware integrations, offline-first architectures, and network reliability
Experience working with APIs, microservices, cloud platforms (Azure preferred), and CMS platforms (e.g., Strapi, AEM)
Comfort operating in Agile/Scrum environments using tools such as Jira, Confluence, GitHub, and Figma
Strong communication, organizational, and prioritization skills in fast-paced environments
Preferred
Experience in aviation, hospitality, transportation, logistics, or other operationally complex industries
Knowledge of rugged device peripherals and field hardware integrations
Exposure to AI/ML-enabled mobile features (e.g., predictive analytics, operational insights)
Relevant engineering, cloud, or Agile certifications (CSM, SAFe, AWS/Azure)
Experience with mobile observability and analytics tools such as App Center, Firebase, or Datadog
Company
Signature Aviation
Signature Aviation is the world’s preeminent aviation hospitality company, offering exceptional experiences and essential support services to business and private aviation guests.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Tony Lefebvre
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Eshoo
Chief Financial Officer
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