Senior Software Engineer – MANTA / APNT (Onsite)

RTX•Cedar Rapids, IA
•$86,800 - $165,200•Onsite

About The Position

The MANTA (Multi-domain Assured Navigation & Timing Applications) Software Department is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will contribute to the development of real-time embedded software for industry-leading GPS Receivers and other Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) products for military ground, airborne, and maritime applications. This position provides the opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge of Assured PNT system and software architectures while collaborating with a dedicated team to develop innovative navigation solutions for the warfighter. At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Requirements

  • Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience
  • Must have or be capable of obtaining a US Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance. Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation/reinstatement and must meet eligibility requirements
  • Experience with C/C++ or other high-order programming languages in an embedded application environment.
  • Experience with hardware-centric product development and integration.
  • Proficiency in software development processes for real-time embedded systems.

Nice To Haves

  • Advanced degree in a technical, management, or leadership field.
  • Experience with GPS, digital signal processing, and/or wireless communication systems.
  • Experience using Python for test scripting.
  • Familiarity with tools such as Eclipse, Jira, and Jama.
  • Knowledge of Agile development methodologies.
  • Experience supporting field demonstrations and integration efforts.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and implement real-time embedded software for GPS receivers and PNT products.
  • Perform requirements analysis, software design, coding, integration, verification, and documentation.
  • Integrate software onto target hardware and troubleshoot issues to ensure optimal performance.
  • Support field demonstrations, system integration efforts, and product deployment activities.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.
  • Apply Agile methodologies to software development processes for real-time embedded hardware/software applications.
  • Mentor and guide junior team members to foster a collaborative and productive team environment.

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
  • Eligible for relocation assistance
  • Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs
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