Embedded Software Engineer II (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2025-04-08

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HIA32: Cedar Rapids, IA 400 Collins Rd NE , Cedar Rapids, IA, 52498-0505 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

At Collins Aerospace, we develop cutting-edge solutions that keep our military members safe, connected, and informed.

We’re currently looking for a  Embedded Software Engineer with professional experience to join our dynamic team. In this role, you’ll play a key part in developing state-of-the-art communications systems by implementing embedded software communication protocols, encryption algorithms, and platform software for advanced software-defined radios (SDRs). These technologies enable pilots and soldiers to securely transmit data, voice, and imagery in real time.

If you’re passionate about working on mission-critical technology that makes a difference, we’d love to connect.

You Will Do

• Develop and integrate multi-threaded embedded software using C and C++ for complex product codebases
• Contribute to the design and implementation of embedded software solutions for advanced communications systems
• Support project efforts across the software development lifecycle, including requirements definition, implementation, test case creation, verification, and certification activities
• Mentor junior software engineers, providing guidance on both technical concepts and development processes
• Lead and coordinate upcoming work efforts, helping prioritize tasks and align deliverables
• Consistently deliver high-quality results while maintaining project timelines and fostering a collaborative team environment
• Build strong working relationships with team members through in-person and virtual collaboration
• Contribute to software design within moderately sized components of the overall system architecture

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field
• 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

Qualifications We Prefer

• Working knowledge and competency with C, C++ and/or Linux 
• Experience coding in an embedded environment 
• Experience in multi-threaded development 

What We Offer:

• 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!

Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today. 

* Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for this role.

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other – propel us all h