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Collins Aerospace · 3 days ago

Senior Software Engineer - Mission Engineering

Cedar Rapids, IA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$87K/yr - $165K/yr

5+ years exp

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced solutions for the aerospace and defense industry. They are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Software Engineer with a focus on Mission Engineering to lead the development of software solutions for mission-critical systems and architectures.

AerospaceIndustrialMilitarySatellite Communication

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and implement mission-critical software systems, tools, and applications

Perform mission analysis and develop software solutions to model, simulate, and evaluate mission scenarios

Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to define software requirements and architecture for mission systems

Implement and optimize algorithms for mission planning, decision support, and system performance analysis

Develop and maintain software tools for modeling and simulation of mission environments (e.g., AFSIM, RCADE, C++, Python)

Perform software integration and testing to ensure system functionality and reliability

Support software verification and validation efforts to meet mission objectives and requirements

Lead trade studies, technical reviews, and risk assessments for software-focused mission engineering tasks

Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership in software development and mission engineering

Ensure compliance with RTX software engineering processes, cybersecurity standards, and best practices

Qualification

PythonC++Software modeling toolsMission-critical systemsAgileDevSecOpsCI/CDArtificial IntelligenceMachine LearningAnalytical skillsProblem-solving skillsCommunication skillsTechnical leadershipMentoring

Required

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

Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C++, or similar

Experience with software modeling and simulation tools (e.g., Simulink, STK, or similar)

Familiarity with software development processes (e.g., Agile, DevSecOps, CI/CD) and tools (e.g., Git, Gitlab, JIRA)

Ability to obtain and maintain a secret U.S. Government security clearance

Preferred

Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline

Experience developing software for aerospace, defense, or mission-critical systems

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on mission-driven software solutions

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Expertise in artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), or optimization algorithms for mission applications

Experience working with model-based systems engineering (MBSE)

Previous experience working with government or military customers

Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams and manage complex software projects

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

And more!