Software Engineer II - Air Combat Test & Training (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2023-08-21

Country:

United States of America

Location:

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

Position Role Type:

Onsite

The Air Combat Test and Training (ACTT) engineering department is responsible for the design, analysis, test and certification of Air Combat Test and Training systems. We solve the challenges of next-generation pilot proficiency training so they can “Train as they Fight.” We field Test and Training range systems with state-of-the-art technology in cryptography, datalinks, navigation, communication, networking and command and control. We specialize in highly accurate, highly secure solutions for U.S. Navy and Air Force customers. We are a system of systems development team that designs, integrates, and supports some of the largest, most complex solutions offered by Collins Aerospace. 

The Ground Software Team within the ACTT department is responsible for the development of several applications that enable mission planning, datalink network configuration, mission execution visualization, and mission debrief. The team is looking for an experienced Software Engineer to support the expansion of our Air Combat system capabilities. This position is located onsite in Cedar Rapids, IA. Eligible for relocation.

What YOU will do:

• Actively participate as a member of an agile development team.

• Effectively communicate with internal teams and leadership

• Design, Develop, Review, and Test new software features.

• Package software builds and deploy to a Linux Workstation target environment.

• Support integration and system test activities in a lab environment.

Education & Experience:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) unless prohibited by local laws/regulations and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field or in absence of a degree, 6 years of relevant experience

• Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date

• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Skills you must have:

• Application software development experience 

• Experience coding in Java and Python

• Experience with software configuration management (Git, SVN)

• Experience with Windows and Linux Operating Systems

• Experience investigating problems to root cause and championing corrective actions.

Skills we value:

• Experience with Object Oriented architectures and design patterns

• Experience with Agile development methodology

• Experience working in Atlassian tools (JIRA, Bitbucket, Confluence, Bamboo)

• Experience with CI/CD technologies

• Experience with LVC communication standards (DIS, TENA, HLA)

• Motivated self-starter with strong analytical skills

Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. 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. 

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. 

Collins Aerospace Diversity & Inclusion Statement: 

Diversity drives innovation; inclusion drives success. We believe a multitude of approaches and ideas enable us to deliver the best results for our workforce, workplace, and customers. We are committed to fostering a culture where all employees can share their passions and ideas so we can tackle the toughest challenges in our industry and pave new paths to limitless possibility.  

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.  

* 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 esse