Senior Lead Engineer

RTX; Hyderabad; Hybrid; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX in Hyderabad seeks an Avionics Software Verification & Verification Engineer / Technical Lead to drive verification, testing, debugging and certification of safety-critical avionics software. You will work on requirement-based testing, structural coverage analysis, and compliance with DO-178B/C across host and target environments.

You will collaborate with global engineering teams, mentor junior engineers, and help advance automation, processes, and tool development to improve software

Qualifications

• University degree in STEM; relevant professional experience.
• Hands-on verification & certification knowledge for safety-critical avionics software.
• Experience with DO-178B/C standards is preferred.
• Strong leadership and collaboration skills across global teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform requirement-based verification, testing, and certification activities.
• Develop Python-based automation to improve verification efficiency.
• Collaborate with distributed teams and mentor junior engineers.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Python automation

Leadership & mentoring

DevSecOps familiarity

Education

STEM degree

Tools

PyATE

Rapita

Coverity

Jama

Docker

VS Code

Artifactory

Job description

Location: IN-TS-HYDERABAD-B3F7 ~ DLF Cybercity Gachibowli ~ DLF CYBERCITY GACHIBOWLI-B3F7, 7th Fl in Block 3 Position Role Type: Hybrid

About RTX

At RTX, the world’s largest aerospace and defense company, approximately 185,000 people come together with a shared purpose: to solve the world’s most complex challenges and make a meaningful difference. Through our three industry-leading businesses, advanced engineering capabilities, and significant investments in research and development, we are pushing the boundaries of science and technology to connect and protect our world. Join Collins Aerospace and help shape the future of flight. Collins Aerospace delivers technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With deep technical expertise and a comprehensive portfolio of aerospace technologies, we help customers navigate the evolving demands of global aviation. Be part of a team that is advancing aviation safety, reliability, and innovation through world‑class engineering.

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Avionics Software Verification & Validation (V&V) Engineer / Technical Lead to drive the verification, testing, debugging, and certification of safety-critical avionics software. In this role, you will work on requirement-based testing, structural coverage analysis, host- and target-based verification, and compliance with DO-178B/C certification objectives. You will collaborate with global engineering teams, contribute to certification reviews and audits, and help develop innovative tools and processes that improve software quality and engineering efficiency. This is an opportunity to combine deep technical expertise with technical leadership, mentoring, and continuous improvement while contributing to avionics systems that support safe and reliable flight operations.

What You’ll Do

• Avionics Software Verification & Certification Design, develop, review, and execute requirement-based test cases, test procedures, and unit tests for safety-critical avionics software. Perform software verification and validation across host and target environments, including unit, integration, and system-level testing. Conduct Structural Coverage Analysis (SCA) and support the achievement of applicable software coverage objectives. Ensure compliance with DO-178B/C processes and objectives for applicable software assurance levels, including LevelsA,B, andC. Support certification activities, including Stages of Involvement (SOI), technical reviews, compliance submissions, and internal and external audits. Maintain adherence to established software development, verification, quality, and documentation standards.
• Technical Problem-Solving & Tool Development Debug and troubleshoot software issues across host and target platforms, including software-software and hardware-software integration environments. Analyze system capabilities, software behavior, and reported issues to identify root causes and implement effective solutions. Develop and maintain Python-based automation and common engineering tools to improve development and verification efficiency. Apply engineering principles to design, develop, and implement technologies, components, subsystems, and systems that meet defined requirements and specifications. Contribute to continuous improvement in test automation, verification methodologies, and engineering workflows.
• Technical Leadership & Collaboration Collaborate with multidisciplinary and geographically distributed teams to deliver project milestones and engineering commitments. Lead or coordinate moderately sized engineering teams, as applicable, ensuring quality, timely execution, and alignment with project objectives. Coach and mentor junior engineers, review technical deliverables, and promote engineering best practices. Lead or contribute to innovation initiatives, quality improvement activities, and CORE workshops to deliver measurable product and process improvements. Identify novel technical solutions and ensure innovations are appropriately captured and protected through applicable intellectual property processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• 6-9 years of avionics engineering experience, particularly in safety-critical software verification and certification.
• Hands-on experience with tools such as PyATE, Rapita, Coverity, and Jama.
• Knowledge of DevSecOps practices and tools or environments such as Docker, Visual Studio Code, and Artifactory.
• Sound programming knowledge of C/C++.
• Knowledge of avionics data link applications and protocols, including: Controller–Pilot Data Link Communications (CPDLC). Automatic Dependents Surveillance–Contract (ADS‑C). ATN Context Management (CM). FANS ACARS Facilities Notification (AFN). Airline Operational Control (AOC) and Flight Management System (FMS) flight-planning applications.
• Familiarity with data link industry standards such as DO-258A, ED-110B, and DO-351.
• Demonstrated technical leadership, mentoring, and engineering review experience.
• A continuous improvement mindset, with an interest in Lean principles, innovation, and engineering excellence.

Why Join Collins Aerospace?

• Make a real-world impact: Contribute to safety-critical avionics software that supports the future of aviation.
• Solve complex engineering challenges: Work with advanced technologies, rigorous certification processes, and sophisticated verification environments.
• Collaborate globally: Partner with experienced engineers and cross‑functional teams across international locations.
• Grow your technical leadership: Mentor engineers, influence engineering practices, and contribute to innovation.
• Drive engineering excellence: Help improve product quality, verification efficiency, and software reliability.

The recruiting team will provide further details regarding the role type and current site arrangements during the hiring process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned location is the employee’s responsibility.

Education & Experience Guidelines This position typically requires a university degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and relevant professional experience. Equivalent experience or an advanced degree may be considered in accordance with the role’s requirements and applicable local regulations. The level of responsibility and experience required will depend on the final position scope and assigned engineering responsibilities.

Ready to advance the future of avionics? Bring your expertise in safety-critical software, verification, and certification to Collins Aerospace, where engineering excellence and innovation help shape the next generation of aerospace technology.

RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.