Senior Design Quality Software/Systems Engineer (Hybrid - Aguadilla, PR)

Collins Aerospace Global Engineering & Technology Center in Puerto Rico (GETC-PR) is looking to hire a Senior Design Quality Engineer to provide quality-focused technical and process oversight of product developments throughout their lifecycle. As a Development Quality & Integrity (DQI) team member you will ensure designs meet quality expectations, as well as customer, regulatory, and other requirements, and influence the adoption of engineering best practices to identify and eliminate defects before delivery.

This position will sit at our Aguadilla, PR location. You must be residing in Puerto Rico at the time of starting employment. Relocation is not offered.

This role is categorized as hybrid, with 3 days onsite and 2 days remote following the schedule assigned by the Manager.

What YOU will do:

• Perform independent software Design quality assurance reviews of lifecycle data (plans, standards, requirements, design, code, and test artifacts) to ensure compliance with DO-178 objectives
• Ensure all software processes adhere to approved plans (PSAC, SDP, SVP, SCMP, SQAP) and meet certification requirements
• Establish and maintain verification environments and automated test frameworks in line with DO-178 verification strategies
• Own and drive delivery of quality software releases, ensuring lifecycle data completeness and traceability
• Witness and support Verification Activities including reviews, analyses, and formal qualification testing (FQT); log and track anomalies to closure
• Develop and maintain verification checklists, procedures, and ensure adequate coverage (requirements, structural/code coverage as applicable)
• Collect, analyze, and report verification metrics (defects, coverage, review efficiency, test results)
• Identify process non-compliances, document them as deviations, and ensure resolution in line with certification requirements
• Ensure consistency, completeness, and correctness of all lifecycle data and certification records
• Maintain and update Plan for Software Aspects of Certification (PSAC) and ensure alignment with certification authority expectations
• Ensure compliance with Software Quality Assurance Plan (SQAP) and applicable DO-178C objectives
• Approve lifecycle data in accordance with certification plans and standards
• Support Stage of Involvement (SOI) audits and external certification reviews; provide objective evidence and ensure audit readiness
• Verify configuration management (SCMP) and integrity of software baselines across the lifecycle
• Maintain Software Quality Assurance Records (SQAR) and ensure traceability across all lifecycle artifacts
• Perform root cause analysis (RCA) on anomalies and non-conformances; implement corrective and preventive actions
• Drive process improvements to enhance compliance, efficiency, and product quality
• Support development teams on DO-178C methods, tools, and compliance expectations
• Responsible to verify, witness the Work Products/documents going to customer are correct, complete, configured correctly with reference to Plans and standards.
• Plan and manage project activities including effort estimation, risk management, and coordination
• Provide technical guidance, review team deliverables, and ensure adherence to lifecycle processes

What YOU will learn:

• You will learn about our growing engineering team in Puerto Rico; What we do? Who we support? How we work?
• You will learn the technologies of today and tomorrow which we count on to maintain world leadership in the aerospace industry.
• You will learn why people enjoy and feel fulfilled by working in our industry., Join our growing engineering team in Puerto Rico, where you will provide critical support to all Collins SBUs, working on exciting programs and projects ranging from the development of the next generation of advanced concept ejection seats to the latest technologies for the U.S. warfighter.

• 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
• Demonstrated professional experience communicating in English (verbal and written).
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Familiar with Software Development lifecycles, monitoring and review activity.
• Knowledge of referring various aerospace standards to perform effective reviews.
• Should have exposure to software verification and validation activities, and Qualification test witnessing.
• Exposure in configuration management activity such as creating baseline, labeling, and version controlling.
• Prior design Quality Engineering experience within design or manufacturing and/or warehousing environment is preferred.
• Knowledge of quality methods, including Root Cause Corrective Action and DFMEA Facilitation as required.
• Knowledge of the design and development process.
• RCCA experience is preferred.
• Data analysis, risk management, and/or policy implementation experience is preferred.
• Preferably having knowledge of software (Embedded Systems Domain).
• DO178B / DO178C / DO254 / ARP4754 awareness.

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
• Participation in the Employee Scholar Program (ESP)
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 8 free counseling sessions.
• And more!

At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense., 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.