Principal Software Engineer- Resilient Networking (Onsite)
About The Position
As a Principal Software Engineer, you join a small, high-impact team on the cutting edge of next-generation wireless networking, bringing emerging and innovative solutions out of the lab and into our products in the field. In this role, you will work on challenges that stretch your skills, boost your influence, and accelerate career growth in the key areas below: Develop technology rapidly on small, focused teams backed by world-class labs and the resources of a major aerospace company Innovate end-to-end: from concept formation and modeling to prototypes, demos, and transitions to product teams Tackle complex, open-ended problems at the intersection of resilient networking and embedded software Collaborate with sharp engineers and researchers across Collins, RTX, universities, labs, and innovative small businesses Influence the future of our technology through contributions to architectures, roadmaps, proposals, patents, and publications
Requirements
- Typically requires a 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
- The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required
- U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
- At least 5+ years of embedded software development (C, C++, Rust, Python, Bash)
- Proficient with modern build systems (Make, CMake, SCons) and version control tools (Git, SVN) in complex or realtime embedded environments
- Background in embedded Linux systems, networked applications, networking stack implementation, or BSP development
- Strong understanding of modern networking technologies including IPv4/IPv6, routing protocols, multicast, NAT, TCP/UDP, OLSR, OSPF, PIM, IPSec, VPN, QoS, and ACLs
- Experience defining system-level requirements and creating scalable software architectures
- Experience with MANETs, Tactical Data Links, or distributed network systems
Nice To Haves
- Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline
- Active DoD security clearance (Secret or above)
- Strong experience in networking stack implementation, embedded Linux, or board support packages
- Experience integrating embedded software with FPGA/firmware systems
- Understanding of RF concepts, waveform interactions, and cross-layer impacts on networking performance
- Experience working with DARPA, ONR, AFRL, or other DoD research organizations
- Experience writing proposals and responding to BAAs, RFIs, or RFPs
- Experience transitioning technology from R&D (TRL 3–6) into product
- Excellent communication skills and ability to convey complex concepts to stakeholders
Responsibilities
- Lead the design, development, and integration of advanced resilient networking software systems and architectures
- Lead small teams of multi-functional engineers (4-6 individuals) on programs’ technical aspects, including overseeing design, build, test, and demonstration
- Train and oversee efforts of less experienced engineers
- Architect and drive execution across the full software lifecycle — concept, modeling, implementation, integration, field demo, and program transition
- Frame problems and translate mission needs into testable technical objectives
- Design and run experiments; analyze results to iterate on concepts and implementations
- Capture architectures, designs, test results, and lessons learned for reuse
- Evaluate networking technologies such as MANET protocols, secure routing techniques, and adaptive mesh architectures
- Contribute to proposals, white papers, and technical briefings
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 Program, 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Principal
