Senior Software Engineer - AVI MIL FMS (Onsite)

RTX • Cedar Rapids, IA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Senior Software Engineer for its Military Avionics Flight Management department in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The position works in a collaborative, cross-functional Agile team of approximately 6–10 engineers designing, developing, and testing flight management software applications. The software supports military helicopters and aircraft and is part of the CAAS/Flight 2 Flight Management Solutions, including Flight Management Systems and Tactical Communication.

The engineer works with Systems and Software engineers to deliver quality products to internal and external customers, applying software engineering expertise and developing knowledge of Flight Management Systems. The role may require work beyond a typical 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. day or a 40-hour workweek, and domestic or international travel of less than 10% as needed. The position is primarily onsite and may be eligible for relocation.

Requirements

• Typically, a STEM degree and at least 5 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field and at least 3 years of experience.
• At least 4 years of experience with C, C++, DOORS, ADA, and/or Python.
• At least 4 years of experience in a Software role.
• Must be a U.S. Person.

Nice To Haves

• Industry experience in software lifecycle development, including design, requirements, integration, and test.
• Pilot or avionics experience, such as a private pilot qualification, aircraft maintenance, or DO-178 certification.
• Ability to obtain a DoD Security Clearance if needed after the first day.

Responsibilities

• Work with Systems and Software engineers to design, develop, and test software features for flight management systems integrated into military helicopters and planes.
• Apply and develop expertise in Software Engineering and Flight Management Systems.
• Use leadership, communication, coordination, and proactive working skills to help deliver quality and timely products to internal and external customers.
• Travel domestically and internationally as needed (less than 10%).

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• 401(k) plan with employer matching and a separate employer retirement contribution
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan repayment program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional pet, home and auto, additional life and accident, critical illness, group legal, and identity theft protection coverages
• Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits
• Adoption assistance
• Autism benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Wellness rewards program
• Virtual doctor visits
• Child and elder care services
• Second-opinion medical consultation service
• Flexible spending accounts
• Flexible work schedules
• Paid time off and holidays
• Potential annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior