Senior Embedded Software Engineer (ONSITE)

Date Posted:

2026-01-27

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-TX-RICHARDSON-461 ~ 3200 E Renner Rd ~ RENNER BLDG 461

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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

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​

Security Clearance Type:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

Are you looking to make a meaningful, positive impact while advancing your career? 

  

Embark on a journey where your expertise in software engineering will help shape the future of aerospace technology. At Collins Aerospace, we're not just designing software; we're crafting the backbone of mission-critical systems within a Special Access Program (SAP) and safeguarding the lives of those who protect us. As our next Senior Embedded Software Engineer, you'll immerse yourself in Strategic Nuclear Deterrence, bringing your acumen to the forefront of innovation and ensuring the efficacy and security of systems that are vital to national defense. 

  

You do not need to have previous comms or nuclear experience; we will provide the training and tools to help grow the skills you will need to become a subject matter expert. 

  

You will learn from the best and brightest in the comms and nuclear deterrence domain working at Collins Aerospace. 

This is an onsite position based in Richardson, Texas.

  

 What You Will Do:  

• You will provide direct support to stakeholders to answer questions and solve technical issues. 

• You will develop design and implement software that satisfies customer and certification needs. 

• You will be produce high-quality software builds in an integrated test environment. 

• You will derive software requirements, create UML design diagrams, and code solutions from UML design diagrams. 

• You will communicate and collaborate with other Senior and Principal level Software Engineers, mentoring junior engineers/interns. 

• You will assist in the software requirements verification and test phases. 

  

What You Will Learn: 

• You will have opportunity to learn and grow knowledge within the Strategic Nuclear Deterrence domain. 

• You will gain valuable experience & an opportunity to lead, including roles such as Scrum Master, Product Owner, Cost Account Manager, and Software Lead. 

• You will become a subject matter expert and leader in communication technologies with exposure to the variety of business and products in an ever-evolving field. We are growing, so can you. 

  

Qualifications 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.

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

• Experience in Agile development methods, including Scrum, automated testing, and continuous integration. 

• Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE). 

Qualifications We Prefer: 

• Experience supporting aerospace, defense, or nuclear command-and-control systems governed by standards such as DO-178C, MIL-STD-498, or equivalent. 

• Experience in Agile development methods, including Scrum, automated testing, and continuous integration preferred. 

• Exposure to Earned Value Management (EVM) principles. 

What We Offer:   

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    

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