Principal Software Engineer- Embedded Linux; Onsite

Overview

Location:

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-166 ~ 855 35

Th St NE ~ BLDG 166

Date Posted:

Country:
United States of America

Position Role Type:
Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type:
DoD Clearance:
Secret

Security Clearance Status:
Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

• Design, develop and continuously enhance our customized Linux OS ecosystem and maintain ownership over areas such as build toolchain, kernel, root file system, boot loader, device drivers, and board support package (BSP) for a wide variety of hardware boards
• Contribute to the design, coding, testing, delivery and ongoing support for embedded Linux software systems
• Participate in root cause analysis and resolution of complex hardware-software issues
• Prepare software builds for execution in a simulation environment, reference platforms and on the target hardware
• Understand and utilize the appropriate Collins Aerospace processes and tools during product development, resulting in increased product quality and improving customer satisfaction
• Contribute to engineering estimates for new program pursuits
• Provide technical leadership for project design teams by breaking down work, planning activities, and reporting status

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience
• Proficiency with embedded C/C++
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued secret security clearance is required
• Proficiency with scripting languages (Bash and Python)
• Experience with embedded Linux device drivers
• Experience with board bring-up and target hardware integration
• Experience with debugging and root cause investigations using hardware schematics and tools such as logic analyzer and Wireshark

• Experience with GIT and SVN version control systems
• Experience packaging custom Linux distribution with Buildroot
• Experience in developing and maintaining Linux BSPs for embedded systems
• Development experience with Agile methodologies and Dev Sec Ops
• Experience with industry cost estimation tools such as SEER-SEM
• Able to demonstrate communication skills and an ability/desire to work in a team environment
• Adaptable to change and able to contribute to a positive work environment
• Able to produce exemplary results on the projects and teams they collaborate with

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching funds and retirement contribution
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages such as pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, and other offerings
• Parental leave benefits and family planning resources
• Employee Assistance Plan with counseling services
• Wellness programs and telehealth options
• Relocation assistance eligibility
• And more

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.