Software Engineer - Simulation and Training (Onsite)

This software engineering position is within the Computer Systems / Navigation Team in the Simulation Solutions & Services (SSS) business area supporting the E-2D program. SSS develops and builds simulators and training systems for both military and commercial customers. Devices range in complexity from desktop training all the way up to high fidelity weapon system trainers and full-flight training systems including full visual, motion, and simulator interoperability (HLA/DIS). 

Come be part of a team building a multi-million dollar flight simulator.  Our team is looking for self-motivated, confident and passionate engineers to help us create advanced aircraft simulation and training devices and products for both military and commercial customers. 

** Sign on bonuses of up to $10,000 available for active DoD security clearance holders.**

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Design, code, integrate, regression test, test and document software 

• Perform software debugging using appropriate techniques and tools 

• Performs in cross-functional team efforts in integration, verification and validation for products and sub-systems 

• Able to work independently with general supervision 

• Provides engineering estimates for own work 

• Contribute to software engineering requirements capture, analysis and creation for well-defined software designs 

• Self-starter, able to multi-task and take advantage of opportunities and events to achieve results that meet or exceed expectations. 

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with employees at all levels in the organization. 

• Ability to work in a team environment and communicate effectively with peers and management 

• Individual job duties may vary 

Basic Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of prior relevant experience OR

• In absence of a degree, 6 years of relevant experience is required

• Engineering/Other Technical Positions: Bachelor’s degree (typically in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations

• A working knowledge of C/C++ 

• Must be a U.S. Citizen 

• 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

Preferred Qualifications:

• A working knowledge of Standard Template Library 

• Have a good working knowledge of both Windows and Linux Operating Systems 

• Be familiar with C#, WPF

• Be familiar with Object Oriented Development

• Be familiar with Agile Teams

• Be familiar with XMPP

• Have experience with network topology and configuration and programming 

• Have an interest in or experience with the Hardware/Software interface to Input/Output devices such as commercial off the shelf industrial automation devices 

• Can demonstrate the ability to perform autonomously on tasks with moderate to high complexity 

• Have scripting knowledge or experience 

• Be experienced in Continuous Integration / Automated testing

• Be experienced in creating a unit test 

• Have experience in leading software teams 

• Be proactive 

Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

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 and collaborative space solutions. 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. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today.

Collins Aerospace Diversity & Inclusion Statement:

Diversity drives innovation; inclusion drives success. We believe a multitude of approaches and ideas enable us to deliver the best results for our workforce, workplace, and customers. We are committed to fostering a culture where all employees can share their passions and ideas so we can tackle the toughest challenges in our industry and pave new paths to limitless possibility.

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

• Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for this role.

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite.  Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.

Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home).  An employee may be expected to travel to the site location as needed. 

Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.

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

•  And more! 

Nothing matters more to Collins Aerospace than our strong ethical and safety commitments. As such, all U.S. positions require a background check, which may include a drug screen.

Note:

• Background check and drug screen required (every external new hire in the U.S.)

• Drug Screen only performed on re-hires who have been gone for more than 1 year

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.

Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.