Senior Engineer, Software Engineering

Collins Aerospace; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 155,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Melbourne, FL is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to help design and implement build procedures that support hardware and software product development. The role focuses on designing, developing, documenting, testing, and integrating control and diagnostic systems with robust mathematical solutions, and cross-disciplinary collaboration.

You will ensure DO-178C compliance, work with embedded C/C++ software, and contribute to navigation systems development for avionics

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years in software engineering, or Master’s with 3+ years in the field.
• At least 3 years of experience with Avionics Systems.
• At least 3 years of DO-178C experience.
• At least 3 years of Embedded Software development in C/C++.
• At least 3 years of experience with Navigation Systems.
• Non-US Person must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement build procedures that support hardware and software product development.
• Design, develop, document, test and design control and diagnostic systems with logical and mathematical solutions.
• Conduct multidisciplinary research and collaborate with equipment designers for electronic data processing systems.
• Determine end-user needs by analyzing system capabilities to resolve problems on program input and output.
• Innovate, design, develop and implement technologies to ensure compliance with specifications and customer guarantees.
• Ensure hardware and software standards are met and IP is protected.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Embedded avionics

Avionics Systems

Navigation Systems

DO-178C

Software architecture

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Master's degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-02

Country: United States of America

Location: US-FL-MELBOURNE-307 ~ 1100 W Hibiscus Blvd ~ BLDG 307

Position Role Type: Unspecified

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

Security Clearance Type:

Security Clearance Status: Not Required

Rockwell Collins Inc. d/b/a Collins Aerospace has an opening for a Senior Engineer, Software Engineering in Melbourne, FL.

Joining Collins Aerospace isn't just about finding a job; it's about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology.

What YOU Will Do

• Design and implement build procedures that are used to support hardware and software product development and use.
• Design, develop, document, test and design control and diagnostic systems that contain logical and mathematical solutions.
• 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.
• Determine end-user needs by analyzing system capabilities to resolve problems on program intent, output requirements and input data acquisition.
• 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.
• Ensure hardware and software standards are met.
• 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 or a related field and 5 years of progressive experience as a Software Engineer or related role. In the alternative, must possess at least a master’s degree or its equivalent in Computer Science or a related field and 3 years of experience as a Software Engineer or related role would be acceptable.
• Must possess at least 3 years of experience with Avionics Systems.
• Must possess at least 3 years of experience with DO-178C.
• Must possess at least 3 years of experience with Embedded Software development in C/C++.
• Must possess at least 3 years of experience with Navigation Systems.
• 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.

Avionics: Our Avionics team advances flight deck solutions, airborne communications, vision systems, sensors & fire protection for commercial and military customers around the world. That means we're helping people reach their destination safely and keeping pilots, passengers, flight crews, airlines, airports and military personnel connected and informed. And we're providing industry-leading fire protection and safety systems that our customers can count on when it matters most. Are you ready to learn from the most knowledgeable experts in the industry, develop the technologies of tomorrow and reach new heights in your career? Join our Avionics team today.

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 $155,501.00 to $165,200.00 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.