Senior Principal Software Engineer; Hybrid

Senior Principal Software Engineer (Hybrid)

Location: A01:
Rockford - Aerospace 4747 Harrison Avenue, Rockford, IL, 61125 USA

Date Posted:

Country: United States of America

Position Role Type: Hybrid

U.S. Citizenship

Required:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance: None/Not Required

Collins Aerospace has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Principal Software Engineer. We’re looking for a passionate professional who is ready to take on a high level of responsibility in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.

The Senior Principal Systems Engineer within the Electric Power Systems Product group contributes across all phases of the product development life cycle, including software requirements, architecture and design, integration and test, and verification and certification support—within an interdisciplinary process that ensures customer needs are met at every stage.

• Work in a team environment, including collaboration with remote team members, engaging in full life‑cycle development (planning, requirements, design, verification, certification/qualification) of electric power distribution and conversion systems. Development is typically performed in C and certified to aerospace standards (DO‑178B/C, Design Assurance Levels A–C).
• Lead, measure, and analyze software designs for equipment and products to ensure current and future business needs are met.
• Build and implement procedures used to support hardware and software product development activities.
• Operate equipment and computer systems for testing and software design to facilitate operations and ensure established objectives are achieved.
• Design, develop, document, test, and debug control and diagnostic systems that incorporate logical and mathematical solutions.
• Lead and conduct multidisciplinary research and collaborate with equipment designers in the planning, design, development, and utilization of electronic data processing systems for product and commercial software.
• Collaborate with software discipline chiefs and technical teams to adhere to and implement DO‑178B/C processes.
• Lead and participate in the Stage of Involvement (SOI) audit reviews with certification authorities.
• Perform timing, memory, and stack‑usage analysis.
• Determine end‑user needs by analyzing system capabilities and resolving issues related to program intent, output requirements, and input data acquisition.
• Participate in Software Engineering Process Group (SEPG) meetings to improve and adapt standard work and departmental practices.
• Ensure software standards are met.
• Design and implement build procedures that support hardware and software product development and use.
• Develop software configuration standards for company‑wide use, as needed.

• 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.

• Strong presentation and communication skills, with experience delivering information to leadership and cross‑functional teams.
• Proven ability to lead or contribute to complex technical projects, including coordination across multiple stakeholders.
• Experience with data analysis and reporting tools, such as Visio, Excel, or similar platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage priorities in a fast‑paced or dynamic environment.

• 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 program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy 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
• Adoption Assistance
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance…