Principal Engineer, Software Engineering

Collins Aerospace; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 135,262 - 204,500; Full time

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking a software engineer to design, develop and test control and diagnostic systems for aerospace power and control units. Candidates should have 8+ years in software engineering with strong embedded C programming experience and familiarity with safety-critical standards.

The role involves analyzing end-user needs, ensuring compliance with DO-178C lifecycle requirements, and providing technical leadership across multidisciplinary teams to deliver robust hardware/software

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, or related field with 8+ years in software engineering.
• 5+ years of embedded C programming experience required.
• 3+ years in safety-critical software lifecycle (DO-178C) required.
• 3+ years in software for Generator/Bus Power Control Units preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, document, test and integrate control and diagnostic software.
• Analyze user needs and system capabilities to meet program goals and data acquisition.
• Ensure compliance with hardware/software standards and IP protections.
• Provide technical leadership and collaborate with cross-functional teams on product development.

Skills

Embedded C

DO-178C

Safety-critical

Power control

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/EE

Master's degree acceptable

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-07-24

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-IL-ROCKFORD-P7 ~ 4747 Harrison Ave ~ PLANT 7

Position Role Type:

Unspecified

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

Security Clearance Type:

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

What YOU Will Do

• Design, develop, document, test and design control and diagnostic systems that contain logical and mathematical solutions.
• Determine end-user needs by analyzing systems capabilities to resolve problems on program intent, output requirements and input data acquisition.
• Ensure hardware and software standards are met.
• Innovate, design, develop and implement technologies, components, sub-systems, machines, tools and systems to ensure compliance to specifications, requirements and customer guarantees across applicable operating conditions.
• Provide technical leadership, training, and oversight.
• Conduct multidisciplinary research and collaborate with equipment designers in the planning, design, development, and utilization of electronic data processing systems for product and commercial software.
• Design and implement build procedures that are used to support hardware and software product development and use.
• Ensure novel ideas and implementation are captured and protected using applications IP processes and tools.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Must possess at least a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering or related field and at least 8 years of progressive experience as a Software Engineer or related role in the Aerospace, Defense, Automotive or Medical industries. In the alternative, at least a master’s degree or its equivalent in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering or related field and at least 5 years of experience as a Software Engineer or related role in the Aerospace, Defense, Automotive or Medical industries would be acceptable.
• Must possess at least 5 years of experience with embedded C programing.
• Must possess at least 3 years of experience with industry standards for the full software engineering lifecycle of safety critical systems such as DO-178C.
• Must possess at least 3 years of experience with software development for Generator or Bus Power Control Units.
• Non-US Person - Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company’s immigration sponsorship now or in the future. The company will not offer immigration sponsorship for this position. The company will not seek an export authorization for this role.

Power & Controls:

We make modern flight possible for millions of travelers and our military every second. Our major product lines are on-board virtually every aircraft flying. Be it keeping passengers safe with our emergency power generation systems or creating a positive in flight experience through reliable cabin pressure controls and quieter engines, Power & Controls focuses on delivering a best-in-class experience to our customers. We hire the top people in the industry. Their ideas drive our performance, and their integrity keeps our customers happy. Join us as we take flight!

Onsite:

Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

The salary range is $135,262.00 to $204,500.00 USD per year. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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