Head-up Guidance System Software Engineer (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-05-30

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-OR-WILSONVILLE-596 ~ 27500 SW Parkway Ave ~ BLDG 596

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access certain necessary systems.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Have you ever tried to drive a car at night in the fog?  Was it hard to navigate?  Was it hard to stay on the road?  Now imagine you are trying to land an airplane in the same conditions.  That is what we every day in the Vision and Sensor Systems team. We are currently searching for a Software Engineer to join our Vision and Sensors System and Software engineering organization.  Collins Head up Guidance System™ (HGS) provides pilots with crucial flight symbology on a Head up Display (HUD) to dramatically improve safety and capability for aircraft to land, takeoff, and navigate in degraded visual conditions.  

What You Will Do:

• You will develop and write software high-level and low-level requirements and design. 

• You will design, code, debug, and troubleshoot software solutions for the Collins Head-up Display. 

• You will develop high-level and low-level tests and provide structural coverage analysis to accurately test logic and functionality. 

• You will get to work with amazing architects and senior developers to create scalable, extensible, and sustainable solutions for current aircraft and clean sheet programs. 

• You will help develop and build CI/CD pipelines, working with DevOPS, for streamlined and effective deployments, troubleshoot build issues and support deployments. 

What You Will Learn:

• You will get exposure to research that will enhance your technical acumen, user groups and professional development. 

• You will gain industry experience, working through the complete software lifecycle.  Working a program from planning, development, verification, and program certification, where your software goes out into the world. 

• You will take flight through tech tracks and fellow programs that enable you to be a strong individual contributor, an expert in your field or even take on a role in leadership.  

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

• Experience in writing software requirements, software design and implementation, functional and integration testing, writing test cases and test procedures, and software delivery support.

• Effective and easily-engaged communicator.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to effectively lead project teams.

• Demonstrated ability to identify complex problems, evaluate options, and develop solutions.

• Energetic and proactive self-starter that builds sound, collaborative relationships.

• C / C++ programming experience.

• Proficiency with modern software development best practices and configuration management tools.

• Strong background in development of low-level software and concurrent processing solutions.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience with DO-178B/C (DAL A preferred)

• Experience with real-time operating systems

• Experience with designing architectures 

What We Offer

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:   

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance  

• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees  

• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds a