Senior MUOS Software Engineer - Embedded Communications (On-site) (Part-Time)

Date Posted:

2025-01-20

Country:

United States of America

Location:

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

Position Role Type:

Onsite

Do you want to be a part of something bigger? 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 systems. 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. We develop innovative solutions that keep our military members safe, connected, and informed. To view more on Mission Systems, click here!

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our team. As a Senior Software Engineer in this organization, you will be involved in the development of state-of-the-art communications systems to support UAVs, fighter jets, aircraft carriers, and ground vehicles. We build robust networks that implement low latency and high throughput communications that include anti-jamming capabilities, mobile adhoc features and IP connectivity. This position is in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. A comprehensive relocation package is available to qualified applicants.

What You Will Do 

• YOU will drive software development and integration on complex multi-threaded embedded C and C++ product software code bases
• YOU will support the design and development of embedded software solutions and communications products
• YOU will contribute to project team activities related to the specification of requirements, software implementation, test case development, verification test execution, and certification support
• YOU will provide mentorship to software developers in technical and process-related areas
• YOU will develop, integrate, and test enhancements and bugfixes to software defined Mobile User Objective System (MUOS) terminals

Qualification 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 or in absence of a degree, 9 years of relevant experience
• 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
• Desire to successfully work in a team environment, establishing collaborative relationships with coworkers in person and through technology
• Must have previous experience working on a capable terminal
• Must have familiarity with MUOS MILSTD conformance test procedures and their execution

Qualifications We Prefer

• Knowledge and\or experience in communications systems and multi-threaded embedded application software engineering development and integration
• Experience with TDMA, mobile adhoc network (MANET), IP, and other networking and communication protocols
• Experience working on an Agile team

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 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 
• This role is eligible for relocation
•  And more! 

Learn More & Apply Now!

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