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Sr Software Engineer - Tactical Communications (Onsite)

Posted 7 days ago

rtxCedar Rapids (IA)

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About the role

Senior Software Engineer At Collins Aerospace, we engineer mission success. Our Resilient Connectivity Products software teams are on the front lines of innovation, designing and delivering cutting-edge embedded communication solutions that keep military forces around the world safe, connected, and informed—no matter the environment. We're looking for a Senior Software Engineer who's ready to make an impact. In this role, you won't just write code, you'll help shape the future of secure communications. From software-defined radios and advanced networking to state-of-the-art cryptographic systems, your work will drive critical real-time communications that enable pilots and soldiers to securely share voice, video, and data when it matters most. Here, you'll collaborate with top-tier engineers and industry experts, leveraging advanced technologies to push the boundaries of what's possible. Whether you're building trusted systems or breaking ground on new innovations, your contributions will directly support mission-critical operations across the globe. If you're passionate about solving complex challenges, excited by the idea of working on systems that truly matter and driven to grow alongside some of the brightest minds in the field—we want you on our team. Join Collins Aerospace Mission Systems and help us connect the battlespace of tomorrow!
What You Will Do:
  • Design and develop cutting-edge embedded software, networking and communication products in C/C++ and RustDrive project success by directly contributing to requirements, implementation, test development, and certification
  • Lead initiatives and small teams
  • Guide your team: supporting cost, schedule and technical performance
What You Will Learn:
  • Gain technical leadership experience and mentorship opportunities to develop talent for yourself and your peers
  • Collaborate with experts in the software discipline, obtaining hands-on experience with new and innovative technologies
  • Engage with a multidisciplinary team to develop a cross-functional skillset
  • Become a subject matter expert on your projects and programs
Qualifications:
  • You Must HaveU.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
  • Experience in the full software development lifecycle
  • Experience with embedded software development
  • Experience in Python and C/C++Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience
Qualifications:
  • We PreferActive U.S. Department of Defense Clearance
  • Experience with Linux development environments
  • Experience with Git or other version control systems
  • Experience with networking and communications protocols
  • Experience with Rust programming language
  • Experience with multithreading and containerization
  • Comfortable working in Agile/Scrum environments
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!
  • Relocation Eligibility
  • Eligible for relocation
At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you'll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today.

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