Principal Software Engineer - Embedded Communications; Onsite

Principal Software Engineer - Embedded Communications (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace’s Integrated Secure Processing Solutions (SPS) team is seeking an exceptionally motivated engineer to join our mission‑critical software engineering effort. In this role you will collaborate with high‑performance teams to develop embedded solutions that support mission systems across defense, aerospace, and commercial markets.

• Drive Embedded Software Engineering Excellence:
  Demonstrate expert proficiency in embedded C/C++ and Python throughout all phases of development, ensuring high‑quality, reliable solutions that meet functional and performance requirements.
• Lead Technical Proposals and Program Cost Estimations:
  Own the development of technical proposals and detailed program‑level cost estimates during the bid and proposal cycle.
• Lead and Coordinate Software Execution for Small Teams:
  Manage software development for smaller teams, ensuring technical quality, schedule alignment, and a collaborative environment.
• Translate Customer Requirements into Comprehensive Solutions:
  Turn customer needs into end‑to‑end system solutions, addressing technical, schedule, and cost constraints.
• Manage Program Cost, Schedule, and Risk:
  Estimate, track, and communicate program performance metrics, including cost, schedule, and risk.
• Proactively Identify and Mitigate Risks:
  Leverage technical expertise to spot and address potential risks early, maintaining program success.

• Gain knowledge within Cross Domain Solutions, expanding niche expertise.
• Lead as a Subject Matter Expert, Scrum Master, Product Owner, CAM, or Software Lead.
• Advance toward becoming a subject matter expert, architect, and leader in CDS.
• Opportunity for growth as the organization expands.

• Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) with minimum 8 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with minimum 5 years of experience.
• Active and transferable U.S. government‑issued security clearance required prior to start date.
• U.S. citizenship required for eligibility for a security clearance.

• Experience with multi‑threaded real‑time embedded applications.
• Prior experience leading proposals and bidding exercises utilizing the SEER parametric estimation tool.
• Experience with Agile development methodology and roles such as Scrum Master or Product Owner.
• TCP/IP network applications development experience.
• UML modeling experience.
• Background and/or knowledge of cross domain solutions.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching and Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal,  protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning support
• Adoption Assistance
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan with up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You incentives and wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand and virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons child and elder care services
• Teladoc second opinion program
• Eligible for relocation assistance
• And more!

$101,000 - $203,000 USD (range reflects all experience levels). Compensation is determined by role, function, responsibilities, location, education, and key skills.

Join our team to make a meaningful impact across global missions. Apply today to become part of Collins Aerospace’s Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing leadership.

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 in employment for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.