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Collins Aerospace · 2 days ago

Autonomy Software Engineer

Cedar Rapids, IA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$69K/yr - $131K/yr

2+ years exp

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. The role involves developing, integrating, and testing software for Unmanned Aerial Systems, focusing on mission-enabling autonomy capabilities.

AerospaceIndustrialMilitarySatellite Communication

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Deployment and test of software builds to the real system hardware (embedded Linux systems)

Initial integration of hardware and software elements, including troubleshooting networking and system configuration, including various IP-stack protocols, serial communications, RF communications, GPS, Linux, network router and switch management

Systems Integration and debugging experience (bash scripting, Python scripting, debugging, using oscilloscopes/volt meters/etc., and so forth)

Integration lab management and network architecture

Support on-site integration at customer and 3rd party facilities

This position may require occasional travel (up to 10%)

Qualification

Embedded Linux systemsC++JavaSystems IntegrationBuild tools / IDEsDevelopment workflow toolsDevSecOps familiarityHMI / GUI developmentUAS CommandControlAutonomy AlgorithmsSensor Fusion

Required

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 2 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Experience with one or more build tools / IDEs (e.g. CMake, make, Visual Studio, VS Code, etc.)

Experience using development workflow tools such as JIRA, Git, Subversion, Docker, and requirements management applications

Object Oriented programming languages with C++ or Java

Preferred

Familiarity with DevSecOps tools and techniques, server management is a plus

Experience with containers, virtualization, simulation

HMI / GUI development

Understanding of DoD open systems architecture and protocols (FACE, JCA, HOST, OMS, SOSA)

Background in the following technologies is helpful but not required: UAS Command and Control Systems, Autonomy Algorithms, Detect and Avoid, Guidance and Navigation, Flight Management Systems, Sensor Fusion / Sensor Systems, Weapons Systems, Human / machine interface, Information Assurance

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!