Senior Principal Software Engineer - Core Services and Libraries (Hybrid)

RTX (Raytheon); Huntsville (TN); Híbrido; USD 140 000 - 190 000; Tempo integral

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Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

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401(k) Matching

Resumo da oferta

Collins Aerospace in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to shape the software foundations of next‑gen avionics. You will lead core software architecture, libraries, and tools across the full lifecycle, delivering certifiable solutions for civil and military programs.

You will drive DO‑178 compliance, engage with customers and regulators, and influence system‑level design in a cross‑functional environment.

Qualificações

• Typically requires a STEM degree and 10+ years of experience, or an advanced degree with 7+ years of experience.
• Experience designing and developing software architecture, libraries, or platform-level components in aerospace or safety-critical environments.
• Experience leading technical execution including customer engagement and presenting to senior stakeholders.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the architecture and design of core software components, libraries, and tooling for avionics systems.
• Drive technical direction and execution across development and verification for safety-critical software (DO-178).
• Own and manage software requirements, decomposition, and traceability across complex systems.
• Develop and verify software using modern C++ and object-oriented design principles.
• Lead certification activities and engage with customers and regulators.

Conhecimentos

Software architecture

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

C++

VxWorks

Git

Subversion

Jira

Formação académica

STEM degree + 10+ yrs experience

Advanced degree + 7+ yrs experience

Ferramentas

C++

VxWorks

GIT

Subversion

JIRA

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Country: United States of America

Location: US-AL-HUNTSVILLE-382 ~ 420 Jan Davis Dr ~ DAVIS 382

Position Role Type: Hybrid

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status: Not Required

Design the Foundation of Next-Generation Avionics

Join the growing Collins Aerospace Core Systems and Libraries team and play a key role in shaping the software foundation that powers modern aircraft. We are seeking a Principal Software Engineer who thrives on solving complex technical challenges and driving high-impact solutions across safety-critical systems.

In this role, you will lead the architecture and development of core software components, libraries, and tools that enable scalable, certifiable avionics platforms. You'll work across the full software lifecycle, partnering with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions aligned with civil and military certification standards.

This is a unique opportunity to influence system-level design, advance open architecture initiatives, and contribute to technologies that define the future of aerospace.

Location: Onsite in Huntsville, AL

What You Will Do

• Lead the architecture and design of core software components, libraries, and tooling aligned to avionics system requirements


• Drive technical direction and execution across development and verification activities for safety-critical software (DO-178)


• Define and manage software requirements, decomposition, and traceability across complex systems


• Develop and verify software using modern C++ and object-oriented design principles


• Own and produce DO-178 certification artifacts, including DAL-A deliverables


• Lead and support certification efforts, including engagement with customers and regulatory authorities


• Conduct and contribute to peer reviews to ensure quality, consistency, and compliance across the lifecycle


• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, program leadership, and customers to align technical solutions with program objectives


• Willing and Able to travel as required (domestic and international

What You Will Learn

• Gain hands‑on experience with cutting‑edge and emerging technologies that are shaping the future of avionics and aerospace systems


• Build end‑to‑end expertise across the full product lifecycle, from requirements and design through verification and delivery of safety‑critical systems


• Develop a deep understanding of software certification (DO-178) and how world‑class avionics products meet rigorous regulatory standards


• Learn how to design, scale, and sustain software product lines that support a wide range of platforms and global customers

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience.


• Experience designing and developing software architecture, libraries, or platform‑level components within an aerospace or safety‑critical environment.


• Experience leading technical execution of projects, including customer engagement and presenting to senior stakeholders.


• Experience working across cross‑functional engineering and program teams to deliver complex, integrated solutions.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Hands‑on experience supporting DO-178 software development and certification activities (e.g., requirements, verification, or certification artifacts)


• Experience with C++ and VxWorks.


• Experience writing High‑Level and Low‑Level Requirements.


• Experience writing Test Cases and Automated Test Procedures.


• Experience with Civil Certification DO-178 - DAL A preferred.


• Experience with design and development of Flight Management Systems, Software, Aircraft Applications or Middleware.


• Familiar with revision control concepts and tools (e.g. GIT, Subversion, JIRA).

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance


• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees


• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option


• Tuition reimbursement program


• Student Loan Repayment Program


• Life insurance and disability coverage


• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection


• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits


• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning


• Adoption Assistance


• Autism Benefit


• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions


• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program


• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits


• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services


• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program


• And more!

This role is eligible for relocation.