Date Posted:
2025-02-27
Country:
United States of America
Location:
HND01: Interiors (Cargo) - Jamestown 2604 Highway 20 North, Jamestown, ND, 58401 USA
Position Role Type:
Hybrid
Software Engineer - Aviation & Cargo Systems
Are you passionate about developing cutting-edge embedded software solutions that power aviation systems worldwide? Join our dynamic, cross-disciplinary team and play a key role in designing, developing, and integrating software for aircraft cargo movement and related applications.
What you will do:
- Collaborate with a multi-functional team using agile development techniques to plan, design, develop, test, and support embedded software across various hardware platforms.
- Lead software development efforts-owning a product or guiding a team of software developers.
- Manage multiple concurrent projects effectively, ensuring timely and high-quality deliverables.
- Develop and maintain DO-178-compliant documentation while assisting in requirements analysis.
- Drive software development across the entire product lifecycle-from concept to deployment.
- Travel occasionally to support system integration, customer events, and external engagements.
- Adapt existing embedded software applications to the unique challenges of aircraft cargo movement.
- Collaborate with global teams to enhance simulation tools, verification environments, and software infrastructure.
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What you will learn:
A candidate in this role will gain valuable experience and develop expertise in several key areas, including:
Technical & Industry Knowledge:
- Embedded Systems Development - Hands-on experience designing, coding, and testing embedded software for aviation applications.
- DO-178 Compliance - Deep understanding of safety-critical software development and certification standards for airborne systems.
- Agile Development Practices - Exposure to iterative software development, collaboration tools, and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD).
- Hardware-Software Integration - Working with real-time embedded systems and adapting software to various hardware platforms.
Aviation & Cargo Systems Expertise:
- Aircraft Cargo Movement Technologies - Understanding the complexities and regulatory considerations of cargo management in aviation.
- System Integration & Testing - Hands-on experience in system-level testing, debugging, and verification.
- Simulation & Verification Tools - Building and using software tools for modeling, testing, and validating embedded applications.
Leadership & Collaboration Skills:
- Cross-Functional Teamwork - Working alongside engineers, product managers, and stakeholders across multiple disciplines and global locations.
- Project Ownership & Time Management - Managing multiple projects, prioritizing tasks, and ensuring timely delivery of software solutions.
- Technical Problem-Solving - Tackling complex software challenges and optimizing solutions for real-world aviation applications.
Career Growth & Future Opportunities:
- Pathway to Senior Roles - Develop leadership experience by mentoring junior developers and leading software teams.
- Exposure to Cutting-Edge Technology - Work on state-of-the-art aviation systems, positioning yourself as an expert in embedded software.
- Global Industry Insights - Engage with international teams, customers, and industry leaders, expanding your professional network and knowledge.
This role provides an excellent foundation for anyone looking to advance in software development, aerospace engineering, or technical leadership.
Qualifications you must have:
- Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) unless prohibited by local laws/regulations and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 14 years of relevant experience.
Qualifications we prefer:
- Experience with some or all the phases of software development: architecture, design, implementation, testing, and system integration.
- Experience with any of the following: C, C++, Git / SVN, Visual Studio Code, Jira, Gitlab, Docker, Kubernetes, GCC compilers
- Demonstrated ability to produce robust, well-documented, production-quality code which includes conforming to design and coding standards, implementing error handling routines, etc.
- Basic understanding of CAN / ARINC / related messaging protocols
- Knowledge of modeling and simulation frameworks
- Knowledge on DevSecOps and CI/CD
Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Created in 2018 by bringing together Rockwell Collins and UTC Aerospace Systems, Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers' toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.
At Collins Aerospace, our Interiors team is focused on innovation, safety and cost efficiency. But we don't just get people from point A to point B. We're committed to making air travel more comfortable, connected and secure. As a leader in aviation interior products and services, we're helping airlines and original equipment manufacturers create a positive experience for their customers. With offices and manufacturing facilities in more than 12 states across the U.S. and more than 10 countries around the globe, we're changing the game of aircraft interiors. Are you ready to join our team?
What we offer:
- Eligible for relocation.
- 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, ID theft protection
- Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
- Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
- Adoption Assistance
- Autism Benefit
- Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
- Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
- Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
- Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
- Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
- And more!
Learn More & Apply Now!
At Collins Aerospace, our Interiors team is focused on innovation, safety and cost efficiency. But we don't just get people from point A to point B. We're committed to making air travel more comfortable, connected and secure. As a leader in aviation interior products and services, we're helping airlines and original equipment manufacturers create a positive experience for their customers. With offices and manufacturing facilities in more than 12 states across the U.S. and more than 10 countries around the globe, we're changing the game of aircraft interiors. Are you ready to join our team?
Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for this role.
- Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.
- Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world - and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.
The salary range for this role is 124,000 USD - 250,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.
Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.
Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company's performance.
This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.
RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.
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. 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.
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