Principal Software EngineerCollins Aerospace Resilient Connectivity Products (RCP) Engineering seeks a Principal Software Engineer to join the Platform Services Software Team who's ready to make an impact. Our team solves defense customers' toughest problems through rapidly developing, integrating, and demonstrating software solutions that employ cutting-edge signal processing and networking innovations. We pride ourselves on creativity, facing challenging and complex problems head on, and pushing the limits of the possible – all to provide the Warfighter with the most responsive and disruptive capabilities that navigate the intersection of communications; position, navigation & timing (PNT); cyber space; and other radio frequency (RF) systems.Here, you'll collaborate with top-tier engineers and industry experts, leveraging advanced technologies to push the boundaries of what's possible.
Whether you're building on trusted systems or breaking ground on new innovations, your contributions will directly support mission-critical operations across the globe.Join Collins Aerospace and help us connect the battlespace of tomorrow!What You Will DoParticipate in the requirements, design, development and testing of software to include development of new work products or enhancement of existing applications and systemsDesign, code, test, integrate, and document software solutionsParticipate in internal review of software components and systemsCollaborate with project managers and other professionals within EngineeringFollow established development practices and processes to maintain the configuration management of software productsParticipate in the advancement of the software development environment and DevOps practices within EngineeringDesign and develop innovative solutions for communication, navigation, radar and electronic warfare applicationsDerive requirements for new concepts and systems from overall project goalsDevelop, champion and pursue new approaches and solutionsCollaborate closely across multi-disciplinary teams to rapidly identify and implement innovative, effective solutionsCreate and deliver technical presentations that articulate design approaches and their relevance to project objectivesSupport assigned tasks with accountability for technical execution, cost, schedule, and design-to-cost/manufacturability targetsAbility to travel up to 15%Qualifications You Must HaveTypically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and 8 years of prior relevant experience OR an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience5+ years experience developing in modern programming languages (e.g. C++, Java) in a Linux environment5+ years experience with rapid prototyping and development of software solutionsActive and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearanceQualifications We PreferExperience with embedded software development and software/hardware integrationExperience with software defined radios (SDRs) or multi-function radio frequency (MFRF) systemsExperience with Electronic Warfare (EW) and Position, Navigation & Timing (PNT) systemsExperience with Object Oriented Design/Development and multithreadingExperience with Agile/SCRUM, DevOps, and test automation practicesExperience with using configuration management and defect tracking tools (Git, JIRA, etc.)Experience in software development, testing, and deployment in languages such as Python and C/C++Familiar with Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning techniquesWhat We Offer:Medical, dental, and vision insuranceThree weeks of vacation for newly hired employeesGenerous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy optionTuition reimbursement programStudent Loan Repayment ProgramLife insurance and disability coverageOptional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance,?critical illness?insurance, group legal, ID theft protectionBirth, adoption, parental leave benefitsOvia Health, fertility, and family planningAdoption AssistanceAutism BenefitEmployee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessionsHealthy You Incentives, wellness rewards programDoctor on Demand, virtual doctor visitsBright Horizons, child and elder care servicesTeladoc Medical Experts, second opinion programEligible for relocationAnd more!