Senior Embedded Platform Software Engineer - Avionics

globalhr; Cedar Rapids (IA); In loco; USD 108.000 - 205.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Vacation time

401(k) with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment

Life insurance

Relocation assistance

Descrizione del lavoro

Collins Aerospace in Cedar Rapids, IA, is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to lead the development, certification, and sustainment of platform software for safety‑critical aerospace applications. You will guide a team from entry to senior levels and collaborate with hardware and systems teams to define interfaces and drive architecture.

You will ensure high quality and safety while aligning with Collins Aerospace processes, pursuing DO‑178 certifications, and steering programs through

Competenze

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) unless prohibited by local laws/regulations and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 12 years of relevant experience.
• Expertise in Embedded C and platform level software development, with a strong background in networking.
• Prior Experience with RTOS platforms such as VxWorks, LynxOS or similar RTOS and an understanding of their application in safety‑critical avionics systems.

Mansioni

• Lead the architecture, design, and implementation of embedded platform software supporting both existing legacy systems and NextGen programs.
• Provide technical leadership for Platform Software, supplying technical direction during all program phases including pursuit, bidding, planning, execution, and sustainment.
• Collaborate with hardware, systems, and SoC/MPSoC design teams to define hardware–software interfaces and drive architectural decisions
• Ensure Consistency: You will ensure consistency with Collins Aerospace technical engineering processes.
• Define Development Plans: You will help define development plans, ensure compliance with DO-178 and other certification requirements, and lead certification efforts through audits.
• Guide Teams: You will lead a wide range of entry-level to highly experienced engineers.
• Communicate Effectively: You will communicate technical progress, risks, opportunities, financial data, and other project management information clearly and concisely.

Conoscenze

Embedded C

RTOS (VxWorks/LynxOS)

Networking

Team leadership

Software architecture

Formazione

STEM degree typical

Advanced degree in related field

12 years experience without degree

Descrizione del lavoro

Collins Aerospace in Cedar Rapids, IA, is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to lead the development, certification, and sustainment of platform software for safety‑critical aerospace applications. You will guide a team from entry to senior levels and collaborate with hardware and systems teams to define interfaces and drive architecture.

You will ensure high quality and safety while aligning with Collins Aerospace processes, pursuing DO‑178 certifications, and steering programs through