Principal Engineer, Software Engineering

Date Posted:

2026-03-03

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-105 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 105

Position Role Type:

Unspecified

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

Security Clearance Type:

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

Rockwell Collins Inc. d/b/a Collins Aerospace has an opening for a Principal Engineer, Software Engineering in Cedar Rapids, IA.

Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology.

What YOU will do

• Develop, coordinate and conduct complex tests and debug control and diagnostic systems that contain logical and mathematical solutions.
• Conduct multidisciplinary research and collaborate with other project team members in the planning, design, development and utilization of electronic data processing systems for product and commercial software to ensure smooth operations on software engineering activities.
• Design and implement build procedures that are used to support hardware and software product development and function.
• Recommend changes in the selection and application of software production components to improve and develop software engineering activities.
• Determine end-user needs by analyzing system capabilities to resolve problems on program intent, output requirements and input data acquisition.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Must possess at least a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field and 8 years of progressive experience as a Software Engineer or related role in the Aerospace/Defense industry. In the alternative, must possess at least a master’s degree or its equivalent in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field and 5 years of experience as a Software Engineer or related role in the Aerospace/Defense industry would be acceptable.
• Must possess at least 5 years of experience with Design Assurance Level (DAL) A/B/C/D/E hardware & software development and certification experience in the Aerospace industry.
• Must possess at least 5 years of experience with Command line Linux and embedded C/C++, and Python scripting languages.
• Must possess at least 5 years of experience with Hardware board bring-up and RTOS integration.
• Must possess at least 5 years of experience with Managing cost, schedule and general project management of small, medium and large teams.
• Non-U.S. Person – Position will not offer work immigration sponsorship and will seek export authorizations to allow the individual to work on a specific program or project.

Learn More & Apply Now!

Avionics: Our Avionics team advances flight deck solutions, airborne communications, vision systems, sensors and fire protection for commercial and military customers around the world. That means we’re helping people reach their destination safely and keeping pilots, passengers, flight crews, airlines, airports and military personnel connected and informed. And we’re providing industry-leading fire protection and safety systems that our customers can count on when it matters most. Are you ready to learn from the most knowledgeable experts in the industry, develop the technologies of tomorrow and reach new heights in your career? Join our Avionics team today.

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work onsite. This

includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.    

The salary range is $133,494.00 to $203,000.00 USD per year. 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.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

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 a