Principal Software Engineer - Embedded Communications (Onsite)

RTX•Cedar Rapids, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Collins Aerospace, we engineer mission success through cutting-edge embedded communication solutions for military forces. The Principal Software Engineer will design and deliver these solutions, shaping the future of secure communications. This role involves working on software-defined radios, advanced networking, cryptographic systems, and open system platform software to enable secure real-time voice, video, and data sharing. The engineer will collaborate with experts, leverage advanced technologies, and contribute to mission-critical operations. This position is ideal for someone passionate about solving complex challenges, working on impactful systems, and growing professionally.

Requirements

University Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience
Experience in leading efforts across the full software development lifecycle
Experience with software for communications or similar products
5 years of experience with embedded software development
5 years of experience in Python, C/C++, and/or Rust
U.S. citizenship is required
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required
Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

Nice To Haves

Active U.S. Department of Defense Clearance
Proficient with Linux development environments
Proficient with Git and other version control systems
Knowledgeable in networking and communications protocols
Experience with Rust programming language
Experience with multithreading and containerization
Experience with communications systems or software-defined radios
Experience developing open systems architecture and microservices for containerized environments
Experience applying patterns, data structures, and algorithms to solve problems in software systems
Comfortable working in Agile/Scrum environments
Ability to investigate complex problems to root cause and champion the creation and implementation of solutions
Ability to design and implement solutions to complex problems with minimal guidance

Responsibilities

Design and develop cutting-edge embedded software, networking and communication products in C/C++ and Rust
Drive project success by planning and directly contributing to requirements, implementation, test development, and certification
Develop innovative tools and automated testing infrastructures that support Continuous Integration and Continuous Development processes
Mentor and guide software developers on technical and process challenges
Lead large initiatives and organize tasks for team members, ensuring timely delivery
Impact the business and customers by supporting cost, schedule, and technical performance

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
Relocation Eligibility