Principal Software Engineer IV; Onsite

Date Posted:  Country:
United States of America

Location:

US-NC-WINSTON SALEM-175 ~ 175 Oak Plaza Blvd ~ BLDG 175 Position Role Type:
Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company’s immigration sponsorship now or in the future. The company will not offer immigration sponsorship for this position. The company will not seek an export authorization for this role. Security Clearance Type:
None/Not Required Security Clearance Status:
Not Required

At RTX, the world 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.

Lead program‑level technical strategy for embedded software, including boot, board bring‑up, HAL frameworks, diagnostics. Apply expert knowledge to design software for complex embedded systems and provide innovative solutions to challenging technical problems. Guide system architecture and review software designs for technical soundness, maintainability, and alignment with program goals. Define and improve development processes, workflows, and documentation practices across the program. Produce high‑quality documentation including design artifacts, test procedures, integration guides, and internal training material.

Collaborate closely with systems, hardware, safety to ensure well‑understood, repeatable, and reliable platform behavior. Utilize Agile development methods, automation tools, and continuous integration pipelines to drive efficient and consistent software delivery.

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 Experience with at least two of the following: embedded C development, scripting languages. (Python, Perl, etc.) to automate development or integration task, software architecture design. Experience developing embedded software for complex systems, including board bring‑up, diagnostics, or low‑level driver/HAL development.

Experience developing systems involving hardware and software integration.

Experience developing, verifying or certifying software in DO‑178 B/C at high assurance levels or similar rigor. Self‑starter with demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and follow through on complex tasks. Strong teamwork and interpersonal communication skills. Experience with Agile methods, CI/CD pipelines, Git‑based workflows, and automated test frameworks. Strong communication skills with the ability to articulate technical intent and drive alignment across teams.

Demonstrated ability to lead technical decision‑making at a program level and evaluate multiple solution paths effectively.

• 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…