Senior Software Engineer - Autonomy; Onsite

Senior Software Engineer - Autonomy (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, leads the aerospace and defense industry with advanced solutions. The Collaborative Mission Autonomy (CMA) department in Collins Mission Systems seeks a dynamic Software Engineer to develop and mature mission‑enabling autonomy capabilities for Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) in the Guidance, Navigation, Control (GNC) and CMA business area.

Onsite at one of the following locations:
Ft Wayne, IN;
McKinney, TX;
Cedar Rapids, IA; or El Segundo, CA. U.S. citizenship required; ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance required (active clearance after day
1).

• Deploy and test software builds on embedded Linux systems.
• Integrate hardware and software, troubleshoot networking and system configuration, including IP‑stack protocols, serial and RF communications, GPS, and Linux router/switch management.
• Manage integration lab environments and network architecture; lead and coordinate small teams, including technical, cost, and schedule aspects.
• Support on‑site integration at customer and third‑party facilities; occasional travel up to 10% required.

• STEM degree with at least 5 years relevant experience, or an advanced degree with at least 3 years, or, absent a degree, 9 years of experience.
• Capability to obtain a U.S. Department of Defense security clearance.
• Experience with build tools/IDEs (CMake, make, Visual Studio, VS Code, etc.) and development workflow tools (JIRA, Git, Subversion, Docker). Proficiency in object‑oriented programming using C++ or Java.

• Leadership experience and familiarity with Dev Sec Ops  tools; server management a plus.
• Experience with containers, virtualization, simulation, and HMI/GUI development.
• Knowledge of DoD open systems architecture and protocols (FACE, JCA, HOST, OMS, SOSA).

• UAS Command and Control Systems
• Autonomy Algorithms
• Detect and Avoid
• Guidance and Navigation
• Flight Management Systems
• Sensor Fusion / Sensor Systems
• Weapons Systems
• Human / machine interface
• Information Assurance

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching and a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life and disability insurance
• Optional additional coverages (pet, home, auto, etc.)
• Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health fertility and family planning support
• Employee Assistance Plan with up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You wellness incentives and rewards program
• Doctor on Demand virtual visits
• Bright Horizons child and elder care services
• Teladoc second‑opinion medical program
• Relocation assistance eligibility
• And more!

Please ensure the role type is appropriate for your needs before applying. Onsite employees will work primarily on‑site. This U.S.

-based role may require in‑person interview steps regardless of office location.

Salary range: $86,800 - $165,200 USD. Benefits and compensation may vary by business unit and collective‑bargaining agreement.

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. RTX provides affirmative action for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in compliance with federal law.

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