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Collins Aerospace · 14 hours ago

Senior Principal Software Engineer (Onsite)

Cedar Rapids, IA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$124K/yr - $250K/yr

7+ years exp

Collins Aerospace is a leader in engineering mission success through innovative technology. They are seeking a Senior Principal Software Engineer to design and develop embedded software and communication products, driving project success and mentoring software developers.

AerospaceIndustrialMilitarySatellite Communication

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

YOU will architect, design, and develop cutting-edge embedded software and communication products in C/C++ and Rust

YOU will drive project success by planning and leading efforts for requirements, implementation, test development, and certification

YOU will develop innovative tools and automated testing infrastructures that support Continuous Integration and Continuous Development processes

YOU will serve as a technical lead, mentoring and guiding software developers to ensure successful execution and professional growth

YOU will lead large initiatives and organize tasks for team members, ensuring timely delivery

YOU will impact our business and our customers, supporting cost, schedule and technical performance

Qualification

C/C++Embedded software developmentSoftware development lifecyclePythonLinuxGitNetworking protocolsAgile/ScrumTechnical leadershipMentoringProblem-solving

Required

Typically requires a University Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience

At least 3+ years' experience leading across the software development lifecycle

At least 3+ years' experience with software development and integration for Windows, Linux, and containers

At least 3+ years' experience with embedded software development utilizing Python, C/C++, and/or Rust

Active 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 clearance

Preferred

Proficient in Linux development environments

Strong expertise in Git or other version control systems

Knowledgeable in networking and communications protocols

Comfortable working in Agile/Scrum environments

Experience with communications systems or software-defined radios

Experience developing open systems architecture and microservices for containerized environments

Experience applying patterns, data structures, and algorithms to solve problems in software systems

Ability to investigate complex problems to root cause and champion the creation and implementation of solutions

Ability to architect, design, and implement solutions to complex problems with minimal guidance

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