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# Principal Software Engineer- Embedded Comms, Active Secret ( Onsite)

- **Company:** Collins Aerospace
- **Location:** Cedar Rapids, IA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $107,500.0 - $204,500.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, JIRA, Automation of Tests, Bug Tracking Systems, C++ (Programming Language), Configuration Management, Linux, DevOps, Embedded Software, Hardware Design, Integrated Development Environments, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Object-Oriented Software Development, Scrum Methodology, Rapid Prototyping Process, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Multithreading, Git, Programming Languages
- **Published:** June 22, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=d179eb323472ef4b

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Software engineering?, * Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and 8 years of prior relevant experience OR an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience

 * 5+ years experience developing in modern programming languages (e.g. C++, Java) in a Linux environment
 * 5+ years experience with rapid prototyping and development of software solutions
 * 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

Qualifications We Prefer

 * Experience with embedded software development and software/hardware integration
 * Experience with software defined radios (SDRs) or multi-function radio frequency (MFRF) systems
 * Experience with Electronic Warfare (EW) and Position, Navigation & Timing (PNT) systems
 * Experience with Object Oriented Design/Development and multithreading
 * Experience with Agile/SCRUM, DevOps, and test automation practices
 * Experience with using configuration management and defect tracking tools (Git, JIRA, etc.)
 * Experience in software development, testing, and deployment in languages such as Python and C/C++
 * Experience with software defined radios (SDRs) or multi-function radio frequency (MFRF) systems
 * Experience with Electronic Warfare (EW) and Position, Navigation & Timing (PNT) systems
 * Familiar with Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning techniques

## Description

* Participate in the requirements, design, development and testing of software to include development of new work products or enhancement of existing applications and systems
 * Design, code, test, integrate, and document software solutions
 * Participate in internal review of software components and systems
 * Collaborate with project managers and other professionals within Engineering
 * Follow established development practices and processes to maintain the configuration management of software products
 * Participate in the advancement of the software development environment and DevOps practices within Engineering
 * Design and develop innovative solutions for communication, navigation, radar and electronic warfare applications
 * Derive requirements for new concepts and systems from overall project goals
 * Develop, champion and pursue new approaches and solutions
 * Collaborate closely across multi-disciplinary teams to rapidly identify and implement innovative, effective solutions
 * Create and deliver technical presentations that articulate design approaches and their relevance to project objectives
 * Support assigned tasks with accountability for technical execution, cost, schedule, and design-to-cost/manufacturability targets
 * Ability to travel up to 15%


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