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Senior Principal Software Engineer -Embedded Communications (Onsite) (Sign-on bonus eligible)
Senior Principal Software Engineer -Embedded Communications (Onsite) (Sign-on bonus eligible)-March 2024
Cedar Rapids
Mar 29, 2026
About Senior Principal Software Engineer -Embedded Communications (Onsite) (Sign-on bonus eligible)

  Date Posted:

  2024-01-03

  Country:

  United States of America

  Location:

  HIA32: Cedar Rapids, IA 400 Collins Rd NE , Cedar Rapids, IA, 52498-0505 USA

  Position Role Type:

  Unspecified

  Job Description

  Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? 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.

  Job Summary As a Senior Principal Software Engineer in this organization, you will be involved in the development of state-of-the-art communications systems to support UAVs, fighter jets, aircraft carriers, and ground vehicles. Examples would include advanced satellite communications, cryptography and state-of-the-art embedded computing architectures. We build robust networks that implement low latency and high throughput communications that include anti-jamming capabilities, mobile adhoc features and IP connectivity.

  Within Collins Aerospace we work alongside multiple hardware, FPGA and systems teams in order to seamlessly embed our advanced technology into our communications product portfolio. Examples of these products range from high-frequency radios to secure, sophisticated software-defined radios that can enable pilots and soldiers to transfer data, voice and imagery over the air.

  Job Responsibilities: Technical responsibilities for this software engineering position will primarily encompass working in a software role and contributing to key decision making for the successful development of applications across multiple product lines. There will be involvement in requirements definition, collaboration on software design, implementing software and software\hardware integration. This position is located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. A comprehensive relocation package is available to qualified applicants.

  Basic Qualifications:

  Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) unless prohibited by local laws/regulations or equivalent experience and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 6 years of experience

  Must be a U.S. Citizen

  Must have or be capable of obtaining a US Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance. Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation/reinstatement and must meet eligibility requirements.

  Software development and integration experience on complex multi-threaded embedded C and C++ product software code bases.

  Experience with standard full lifecycle software development practices and configuration management tools

  Additional experience/skills (but certainly not required) that would be beneficial:

  Knowledge and\or experience in communications systems and multi-threaded embedded application software engineering development and integration

  Experience with platform software solutions and device drivers for operating system boot, Board Support Package (BSP), file systems interfaces, health monitor, network communication, etc.

  Be comfortable working in a Linux development environment; experience with using mutexes, semaphores, queues, inter-process communication, and interrupt service routines beneficial; experience with hypervisors and software containerization beneficial

  Desire to successfully work in a team environment, establishing collaborative relationships with coworkers in person and through technology; experience working on an Agile team desirable

  Strive to consistently produce superior results, keeping project milestones on schedule and contributing to a positive work environment

  IP networking and networking protocol experience is desirable

  Proficiency in scripting languages such as python

  Diversity drives innovation; inclusion drives success . We believe a multitude of approaches and ideas enable us to deliver the best results for our workforce, workplace, and customers. We are committed to fostering a culture where all employees can share their passions and ideas so we can tackle the toughest challenges in our industry and pave new paths to limitless possibility.

  Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

  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

  Life insurance and disability coverage

  Optional coverages you can buy: Pet Insurance, Home and Auto, additional life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal

  Ovia Health, fertility and family planning

  Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 5 free counseling sessions

  Redbrick - Incentives for a Healthy You

  Autism Benefit

  Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits

  Adoption Assistance

  Best Doctors, second opinion program

  And more!

  Nothing matters more to Collins Aerospace than our strong ethical and safety commitments. As such, all U.S. positions require a background check, which may include a drug screen.

  At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.

  Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.

  The salary range for this role is 118,000 USD - 246,000 USD. 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.

  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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

  Privacy Policy and Terms:

  Click on this link (http://www.rtx.com/privacy/Job-Applicant-Privacy-Notice) to read the Policy and Terms

  Raytheon Technologies is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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