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Programmer Manager Jobs in Kansas (NOW HIRING)

Engineering - Manager

Wichita, KS · On-site

$130.60K - $200.20K/yr

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited Program * 5+ years' experience in an engineering or technical role Preferred Qualifications: * At least two years of management and/or ...

Engineering - Manager

Wichita, KS

$130.60K - $200.20K/yr

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited Program * 5+ years' experience in an engineering or technical role Preferred Qualifications: * At least two years of management and/or ...

Defense - Engineering Manager

Wichita, KS · On-site

$130.60K - $200.20K/yr

Responsibilities Spirit Defense has an exciting opportunity for a First Level Engineering Manager (Level K) located in Wichita, KS ; leading the latest engineering team through emerging new programs ...

Defense - Engineering Manager

Wichita, KS · On-site

$130.60K - $200.20K/yr

Responsibilities Spirit Defense has an exciting opportunity for a First Level Engineering Manager (Level K) located in Wichita, KS ; leading the latest engineering team through emerging new programs ...

The Manager, Engineering is responsible for overseeing the design, architecture, and delivery of high-quality software solutions. The scope of this job includes leading a team of engineers and ...

The Manager, Engineering is responsible for overseeing the design, architecture, and delivery of high-quality software solutions. The scope of this job includes leading a team of engineers and ...

QA Engineering Manager Overview We are seeking an experienced QA engineering leader to drive quality strategy, execution, and team leadership within an AI-first development organization. This is not ...

... Manage time and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and production goals Generate NC programming using multiple programming languages Spend approximately 75% of time programming and verifying NC code ...

New Century, Kansas Plant About the Role As part of the Global Engineering Team, the primary purpose of this position is to manage the end-to-end delivery of Capex in the New Century manufacturing ...

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How much do programmer manager jobs pay per hour?

As of May 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for programmer manager in Kansas is $35.26, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.93 and $45.87 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Programmer Manager vs Software Developer?

AspectProgrammer ManagerSoftware Developer
CredentialsBachelor's or higher in Computer Science; management experienceBachelor's or higher in Computer Science or related field
Work EnvironmentLeads teams, manages projects, coordinates tasksFocuses on coding, designing, and implementing software
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in tech companies, software firms, IT departmentsCommon across tech, startups, enterprise software

The main difference is that a Programmer Manager combines technical coding skills with team leadership and project management, whereas a Software Developer primarily focuses on coding and software creation without managerial responsibilities.

What are the most commonly searched types of Programmer jobs in Kansas? The most popular types of Programmer jobs in Kansas are:
What cities in Kansas are hiring for Programmer Manager jobs? Cities in Kansas with the most Programmer Manager job openings:
Engineering - Manager

Engineering - Manager

Spirit AeroSystems

Wichita, KS • On-site

$130.60K - $200.20K/yr

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago


Spirit AeroSystems rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 84 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

34th of 59 rated aerospace companies


Job description

Overview
This role is at Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, supporting Spirit's Commercial Business Units ("Spirit Commercial"). Spirit Commercial designs and builds commercial aerostructures, including for Boeing Commercial Airplanes, one of Boeing's three business units and the premier manufacturer of commercial jetliners for decades. Spirit Commercial's core products include fuselages, pylons, nacelles and wing components, with a focus on innovative composite and aluminum manufacturing solutions.
Responsibilities
Key Accountabilities:
  • Leads and directs advanced technology development/engineering organization.
  • Establishes, oversees, and administers processes, policies, and practices and determines resource requirements, acquisition, and redeployment plans.
  • Oversees and manage budgets of the organization and development projects.
  • Understands full life cycle requirements for product development.
  • Defines future factory vision, and strategy.
  • Works with subordinates to establish and evaluate employee performance plans.
  • Interfaces with other organizations, internal/external customers, and suppliers to define and evaluate accomplishment of project, program priorities and approvals, and assist in roadblocks elimination.

Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited Program
  • 5+ years' experience in an engineering or technical role

Preferred Qualifications:
  • At least two years of management and/or technical leadership experience
  • Excellent interpersonal skills working cross functionally across teams
  • Analytical, demonstrated ability to deconstruct requirements and prioritize accordingly
  • Strong leadership skills & the ability to motivate and hold people accountable
  • Keen eye for details and a focus on continuous process improvement
  • Exceptional time management skills

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary Pay Range: $130,600 - $200,200
Kansas Tax Credit: Join Spirit AeroSystems' Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Click here for more information on the tax credit. #LI-CG1

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