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Senior Principal Software Engineer - Embedded Communications; Onsite

Job in Fort Wayne, Allen County, Indiana, 46804, USA
Listing for: Prattwhitney
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-31
Job specializations:
  • Software Development
    Software Engineer, Software Architect
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 132400 - 251600 USD Yearly USD 132400.00 251600.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Senior Principal Software Engineer - Embedded Communications (Onsite)

Location:

US-IN-FT WAYNE-150A ~ 1010 Production Rd ~ BLDG 150A

Position Role Type:
Onsite

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. Are you looking to make a meaningful, positive impact while advancing your career?

Would you be interested in working with an industry-leading development team where you can grow your software engineering skills while learning something new!? Collins Aerospace’s Integrated Secure Processing Solutions (SPS) team is looking for an exceptionally motivated engineer who is passionate about collaborating with high-performance teams to create mission-critical solutions that support Mission Systems. Our Principal Software Engineers work in an exciting, adaptive, and engaging environment, enabling rapid learning to drive success.

Our software engineering teams regularly utilize a variety of skills, including requirements analysis, synthesis of new and existing architectures that meld commercial and military communication functionality, and software engineering development best practices for complex systems where the ability to execute the mission is paramount.

What YOU will do:

Drive Embedded Software Engineering Excellence:
Demonstrate expert proficiency in embedded C/C++ and Python throughout all phases of software development, ensuring high-quality, reliable solutions that meet both functional and performance requirements. Lead Technical Proposals and Program Cost Estimations:
Take ownership of leading the development of technical proposals, including detailed program-level cost estimates, during the bid and proposal cycle, ensuring competitive and accurate submissions that align with project goals. Lead and Coordinate Software Execution for Small Teams:
Lead and manage the execution of software development for smaller teams, ensuring technical quality, alignment with program cost and schedule, while fostering a collaborative and results-driven environment. Translate Customer Requirements into Comprehensive Solutions:
Leverage your expertise to translate customer requirements into end-to-end system solutions, addressing technical, schedule, and cost constraints while ensuring the solution is practical, scalable, and meets client needs. Manage Program Cost, Schedule, and Risk:
Estimate, track, and communicate program performance metrics, including cost, schedule, and risk, in alignment with earned value management, ensuring programs are delivered on time and within budget. Proactively Identify and Mitigate Risks:
Use your technical expertise and best practices to identify potential risks and issues early in the development process, taking proactive measures to mitigate problems and maintain program success.

What YOU will learn:

You will have the opportunity to learn and grow knowledge within the Cross Domain Solutions & gain niche skills, enabling you to be unique in all you do. You will gain valuable experience & an opportunity to lead, including roles such as Subject Matter Expert, Scrum Master, Product Owner, CAM, and Software Lead. You can take flight to becoming a subject matter expert, architect, and leader in CDS.

We are growing, so can you!

Qualifications You Must Have:

Experience with Embedded Development using object-oriented design. Experience with development tool sets, for example, Jira, Subversion/Git/Version Management. 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. Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience.

Qualifications

We Prefer:

Experience with multi-threaded real-time embedded applications. Active U.S. DoD security clearance. Prior experience leading proposals and bidding exercises utilizing the SEER parametric estimation tool. Experience with Agile development methodology. Ability to take on the role of Scrum Master or Product Owner. TCP/IP network applications development experience. UML experience. Background and/or knowledge of cross domain solutions. Technical leadership skills to drive design, implementation, and testing for large features.

What We Offer:
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Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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