Software Engineer II (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2025-02-24

Country:

United States of America

Location:

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

Position Role Type:

Onsite

Here at Collins Aerospace, we forge innovative solutions that keep our military members safe, connected and informed. Our Communications Systems teams achieve this mission by developing innovative embedded communications products for air and ground communications, as well as data link communications. Our teams are comprised by industry experts using advanced technologies to continually build on long-standing product lines, as well as forge new and cutting-edge technologies.

We're seeking a Software Engineer to join our team. In this role, you'll play a key part in developing cutting-edge communication systems by implementing embedded software solutions for advanced software-defined radios. Your work will directly impact the ability of pilots and soldiers to transmit data, voice, and imagery securely and reliably over the air, powering next-generation communications for mission-critical applications.

Join Mission Systems and help shape, define, and design communication solutions that connect militaries around the world!  We are looking for talented individuals that love to problem solve and have a desire to grow and gain exposure to new skills. Our customers come from all different backgrounds, and so do our employees. To view more on Mission Systems, click here!

What You Will Do: 

• YOU will contribute to the design and development of cutting-edge embedded software and communication products

• YOU will contribute to multi-threaded embedded software in C and C++

• YOU will drive project success by supporting development of requirements, implementation, test development, and certification

• YOU will collaborate with peers on technical and process challenges

• YOU will work independently as well as lead small initiatives, ensuring timely delivery

What You Will Learn:

• YOU will gain technical software development experience as well as leadership opportunities to develop your career

• YOU will work alongside subject matter experts and industry specialists, providing exposure to new and innovative technologies

• YOU will engage with a multidisciplinary team to develop a cross-functional skillset

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 2 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field, or in absence of a degree, 6 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

• Professional experience on a software development team including aspects of the software development lifecycle

• Proficient in C, C++, Python, or Java

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Active U.S. Department of Defense Clearance

• Hands-on experience in embedded software development

• Exposure to Linux development environments

• Expertise in Git or other version control systems

• Familiarity with multithreading

• Experience with Rust is a plus

• Knowledge of networking and communications protocols are a plus

• Comfortable working in Agile/Scrum environments

• Experience with communications systems or software-defined radios is a plus

What We Offer

Some of our competitive benefits package includes: 

• This role offers relocation assistance

• 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 fr