Senior Software Engineer (Onsite)

RTX•Cedar Rapids, IA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

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. The Collins Test Solutions Engineering team within Mission Systems seeks a Software Engineer with the desire to learn, grow, and lead a talented team of engineers. The Software Engineer engages in all phases of a program life cycle, from pursuit, bidding, and program planning, to execution, delivery, and project close-out. Throughout a program, the Software Engineer performs the roles of customer and/or engineering advocate, internal/external point of contact, technical leader, cost account manager, schedule planner, risk and opportunity facilitator, and program reporter. Our Test Engineering team designs, builds, and deploys sophisticated testing solutions for product engineering, manufacturing, and repair depots, both internal to Collins and to external domestic and international customers. We work with a vast array of complex products so designing a multi-rack test solution blends creativity with technology to ensure end-product integrity before customer delivery. Testing these products can require leading edge equipment with high-speed connectivity for rapid, efficient, complete, and automated test execution. Every type of engineering that goes into end products applies to test engineering development.

Requirements

Active and transferable Secret U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.
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
Experience programming in C# and Python languages
Experience in validation, verification, testing, and requirements analysis
Experience with manual use or automation of test equipment such as oscilloscopes, network analyzers, and other equipment
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Nice To Haves

Experience using SCPI commands
Knowledge of software testing methodologies (functional, integration, regression, performance, etc.) and best practices
Experience with bug tracking and test management tools.
Attention to detail to identify and document any anomalies or inconsistencies in software performance.
Strive to consistently produce superior results, keeping project milestones on schedule and contributing to a positive work environment
Experience with configuration management tools such as GIT or SubVersion (SVN)
Experience in networking fundamentals (TCP, UDP, Telnet, etc...)
Experience in embedded communication protocols (I2C, SPI, UART, etc...)
Work in an agile environment (SAFe)
Experience with Atlassian tools suite
Knowledge and/or experience in multi-threaded embedded application software engineering development and integration
Comfortable working with languages such as C, C++, and Java
Experience working in a Linux development environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to effectively diagnose and address issues

Responsibilities

Design, create, and integrate the software components of hardware test stations for factory and engineering labs which include:
Work hands on, with test hardware equipment to develop software which tests military communication hardware products during the build and manufacturing process
Analyze and understand requirements to ensure testability
Develop clear and concise test objectives that guide the testing process and ensure comprehensive coverage
Write software for both manual and automated test cases, with an objective to detect manufacturing defects, improve product quality and increase manufacturing yields
Analyze test results for failures and discrepancies
Work closely with other test engineers and product developers to verify product hardware is built correctly
Coordinate and collaborate with Systems, Electrical and Mechanical engineering disciplines

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