Software Engineer II - Embedded Communications (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2024-07-22

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?

As a Software Engineer II, you will be involved in the development of state-of-the-art communications systems by implementing embedded software communications protocols, encryption algorithms, and/or platform software for our sophisticated software-defined radios that enable pilots and soldiers to transfer data, voice, and imagery over the air. We do a lot of work in C++, C, Python and embedded Linux so a general competency in these areas will help the candidate come up to speed quickly. Click to learn more about our Mission Systems team here!

What YOU will do:

• Design & Develop: You will craft high-performance, multi-threaded embedded software solutions in C and C++, driving innovation in complex code bases.
• Integrate & Support: You will seamlessly integrate software components and collaborate across teams to enhance communications products.
• Collaborate & Execute: You will participate in specifying requirements, developing test cases, and executing verification tests to ensure robust software performance.
• Coordinate & Assist: You Will help organize project tasks and coordinate with the team to ensure smooth progress and timely completion of goals.

What You Will Learn:

• YOU will gain Software Engineering Requirements, Design, Integration, and Validation experience
• YOU will be provided mentorship opportunities to gain experience as a Software Engineer
• YOU will obtain invaluable experience working with our radio subject matter experts in addition to security and crypto certification specialists, our customer base, and cross-functional integrated product team

Qualifications You Must Have:

• ​​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 unless prohibited by local laws/regulations. 
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
• Must have or be capable of obtaining a US Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance.  Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation/reinstatement and must meet eligibility requirements.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Active US Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance
• Working knowledge and competency with C, C++ and/or Linux 
• Experience coding in an embedded environment 
• Skill set includes multi-threaded development 

What We Offer:

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• This position is eligible for relocation
• 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  
• And more!  

Learn More & Apply Now!

Mission Systems: 

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 an