Senior Software Engineer - Core Systems & Libraries (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-07-15

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AL-HUNTSVILLE-382 ~ 420 Jan Davis Dr ~ DAVIS 382

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

Join the Collins Aerospace Core Systems & Libraries team and help build the software backbone that powers modern aircraft. 

We’re looking for a Senior Software Engineer who enjoys solving complex problems and delivering high-impact solutions in safety-critical environments. 

In this role, you will architect and develop core software components, libraries, and tools that enable scalable, certifiable avionics platforms. You’ll work across the full software lifecycle, partnering with cross-functional teams to deliver robust solutions aligned with civil and military certification standards. 

What You Will Do

• Develop the architecture and design of core software components, libraries, and tooling aligned to avionics system requirements 

• Drive technical direction and execution across development and verification activities for safety-critical software (DO-178) 

• Develop software requirements, decomposition, and traceability across complex systems 

• Develop and verify software using modern C++ and object-oriented design principles 

• Develop DO-178 certification artifacts, including DAL-A deliverables 

• Perform certification efforts, including engagement with customers and regulatory authorities 

• Conduct and contribute to peer reviews to ensure quality, consistency, and compliance across the lifecycle 

• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, program leadership, and customers to align technical solutions with program objectives 

• Willing and Able to travel as required (domestic and international <10%).  

What You Will Learn

• Gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge and emerging technologies that are shaping the future of avionics and aerospace systems 

• Build end-to-end expertise across the full product lifecycle, from requirements and design through verification and delivery of safety-critical systems 

• Develop a deep understanding of software certification (DO-178) and how world-class avionics products meet rigorous regulatory standards 

• Learn how to design, scale, and sustain software product lines that support a wide range of platforms and global customers 

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience  

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

• Proven experience designing and developing software architecture, libraries, or platform-level components within an aerospace or safety-critical environment 

• Demonstrated ability to lead technical execution of tasks, including customer engagement and presenting stakeholders 

• Hands-on experience supporting Safety Critical Airborne software development and certification activities (e.g., requirements, verification, or certification artifacts) 

Qualifications We Prefer

• Hands-on experience supporting DO-178 software development and certification activities (e.g., requirements, verification, or certification artifacts) 

• Experience with C++ and VxWorks. 

• Experience writing High-Level and Low-Level Requirements. 

• Experience writing Test Cases and Automated Test Procedures. 

• Experience with Civil Certification DO-178 – DAL A preferred. 

• Experience with design and development of Flight Management Systems, Software, Aircraft Applications or Middleware.