Senior Principal Software Engineer - Avionics Simulation (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) plan with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement program

Student Loan Repayment Program

Life insurance and disability coverage

Employee Assistance Plan

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is looking for an Onsite Software Engineer to support avionics simulation development in Cedar Rapids, IA. Candidates should have a STEM degree and significant relevant experience, with proficiency in C/C++ and Python.

This role involves designing and testing simulation applications, debugging, and collaboration with various stakeholders. The position offers comprehensive benefits including medical insurance, tuition reimbursement, and a generous 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years relevant experience or advanced degree with 7 years experience.
• Experience with C/C++ and Python.
• Proficient in Agile methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Design and test avionics sensor simulations.
• Debug laboratory issues and propose solutions.
• Interact with team, management, and customers.
• Support budget and schedule data for programs.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Python scripting

Agile Development Framework

Communication skills

Education

STEM degree

Advanced degree

Job description

Job Overview

Onsite Software Engineer – Avionics Simulation at RTX (Collins Aerospace) located in Cedar Rapids, IA. This role supports the development and testing of avionics sensor simulations for Collins Avionics products and requires a U.S. Person.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test applications to simulate the behavior of avionics sensors.
• Aid the development team in debugging laboratory issues to determine root cause and propose solutions.
• Effectively interact and network with teammates, management, and customers.
• Support the Program Lead(s) with budget and schedule data for the CSE work on a given program to help ensure the successful completion of a Collins Avionics program.
• Work with a team of dedicated engineers to help shape the future of the avionics simulation platform.
• Travel 5-10% as needed.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a STEM degree and minimum 10 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree and minimum 7 years of experience.
• Experience with C/C++ programming languages.
• Experience with Python scripting.
• Experience with Agile Development Framework (Scrum, Sprints, etc.)

Qualifications We Prefer

• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Experience with GUI design/implementation.
• Experience with C# programming language.
• Familiarity with migrating an application between OS and HW architectures.
• Earned Value Management experience.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching and Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning benefits
• Adoption Assistance
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan with up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives and wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand and virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts second opinion program

EEO Statement

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.