Software Engineer II – Datalinks (C++) (Onsite) (**20k Signing Bonus)

Date Posted:

2023-01-03-08:00

Country:

United States of America

Location:

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

Position Role Type:

Onsite

"I feel the need...the need for speed!" If you like the movie "Top Gun", you will love the Air Combat Test and Training (ACTT) Department.

Collins Aerospace is a pioneer in the development and deployment of innovative communication solutions for government applications. The ACTT Engineering Department develops state-of-the-art test and training range products for cryptographic, datalink, networking, and command and control applications. We specialize in the development of high quality, highly secure training solutions for the U.S. military, laying the foundation for Live Virtual Constructive (LVC) capabilities. ACTT Engineering is responsible for all product line and engineering tasks related to the design, analysis, test and certification of Air Combat Training systems, maturing products from concept phase through accreditation and factory production.

Primary Responsibilities:

Our ACTT Datalink team is looking for a dynamic Software Engineer to expand the capabilities of our advanced Test & Training Datalink and help develop innovative solutions to our department’s testing and tools infrastructure. This position is located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.  A comprehensive relocation package is available for qualified candidates.

****Signing bonuses of up to $20,000 are available for active security clearance holders. ****

 As a Software Engineer in this organization, you will have the opportunity to:

• Work on all phases of the software development life cycle using Agile software development practices following the Scaled Agile Framework

• Develop innovative features and capabilities into our mobile ad-hoc (MANET) datalink using C++14 that enable next-generation test and training capabilities for 4th and 5th-generation military airborne platforms.

Basic Qualifications:

• 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 OR 

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

• Experience with full life cycle OOA/D software development using C++.

• Experience with networking protocols and standards.

• Experience with configuration management tools and processes.

• 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. 

• Must be a US Citizen.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Python and Java programming languages

• Experience working in Atlassian tools (e.g., JIRA, Bitbucket, Confluence, Bamboo, etc.).

• Experience with multi-threaded real-time embedded applications

• Knowledge and cognizance of Live Virtual Constructive concepts

• Able to investigate problems to the root cause and then champion the creation and implementation of corrective actions.

• Experience with Agile development methodology

• Good written and verbal communications skills and the ability to work well with others in a professional team environment

• Good organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks while balancing priorities and schedules

• Motivated self-starter with strong analytical skills

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.

Raytheon Technologies is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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