Principal Embedded Software Engineer

Principal Software EngineerCollins Aerospace, an RTX company, is seeking talented engineers to support critical programs for the U.S. military and allied international partners, helping deliver advanced technologies that safeguard national security and protect against evolving global threats.As a Principal Software Engineer you will play a key technical role on an Integrated Program Team (IPT), leading the design, development, and integration of complex software solutions for advanced aerospace and defense systems. In this highly collaborative and hands-on role, you will contribute across the full development lifecycle, providing technical leadership in areas such as requirements development, software architecture and design, implementation, verification, laboratory integration, troubleshooting, and system testing. You will also have the opportunity to mentor engineers, collaborate across functional teams, and help drive technical solutions that meet demanding performance, reliability, and mission requirements.What You Will DoDesign, develop and continuously enhance our customized Linux OS ecosystem and maintain ownership over areas such as build toolchain, kernel, root filesystem, bootloader, device drivers, and BSP for a wide variety of hardware boards.Contribute to the design, coding, testing, delivery and ongoing support for embedded Linux software systems.Participate in root cause analysis and resolution of complex hardware-software issues.Prepare software builds for execution in a simulation environment, reference platforms and on the target hardware.Understand and utilize the appropriate Collins Aerospace processes and tools during product development, resulting in increased product quality and improving customer satisfaction.Contribute to engineering estimates for tasks such as change requests or problem reports.Qualifications You Must HaveTypically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experienceThe ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is requiredU.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Experience as a command line user of LinuxProficiency with embedded C/C++Proficiency with scripting languages (Bash and Python)Experience with embedded Linux device driversExperience with board bring-up and target hardware integrationExperience with debugging and root cause investigations using hardware schematics and tools such as logic analyzer and WiresharkQualifications We PreferExperience with GIT and SVN version control systemsExperience packaging custom Linux distribution with Buildroot.Experience in developing and maintaining Linux BSPs for embedded systemsDevelopment experience Agile methodologies and DevSecOpsExperience with industry cost estimation tools such as SEER-SEMWhat We OfferMedical, dental, and vision insuranceThree weeks of vacation for newly hired employeesGenerous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy optionTuition reimbursement programStudent Loan Repayment ProgramLife insurance and disability coverageOptional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance,?critical illness?insurance, group legal, ID theft protectionBirth, adoption, parental leave benefitsOvia Health, fertility, and family planningAdoption Assistance ????????Autism BenefitEmployee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessionsHealthy You Incentives, wellness rewards programDoctor on Demand, virtual doctor visitsBright Horizons, child and elder care servicesTeladoc Medical Experts, second opinion programAnd more!This position is eligible for relocation assistance