Principal Engineer, Software Engineering
$65.29 - $98.32 per hourRaytheon Co
Job ID: 01861257Posted: Posted 30+ Days AgoStart Date: 2026-07-21Location: US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-105 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 105Country: United States of AmericaTime Type: Full timeDate Posted:2026-07-21 Country:United States of America Location:US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-105 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 105 Position Role Type:Unspecified U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Security Clearance Type: Security Clearance Status: Not RequiredRockwell Collins Inc. d/b/a Collins Aerospace has an opening for a Principal Engineer, Software Engineering in Cedar Rapids, IA.Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology.What YOU will doDesign, develop, integrate, verify, document and Do-178C compliance of EICAS application for A220 program. Perform project planning, execution and earned value management for A220 EICAS application. Develop strategy for systems, projects and programs, leading the development and implementation of common methods and procedures across the organization. Provide guidance on complex engineering activities and train, instruct and mentor junior employees. Provide support to technical teams to ensure timely resolution of issues. Perform software integration and debugging on company proprietary hardware. Prepare engineering estimates for future development activities for EICAS application. Lead the business in the development and advancement of process, tools and methods. Create, own and approve common procedures and standard work across the organization. Develop and implement new products, processes, standards or operational plans that will have impact on the achievement of functional results.Qualifications You Must Have Must possess at least a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related field and at least 8 years of progressive experience as a Software Engineer or related role in the Aerospace/Defense industry. In the alternative, at least a master’s degree or its equivalent in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related field and at least 5 years of experience as a Software Engineer or related role in the Aerospace/Defense industry would be acceptable.Must possess at least 5 years of experience with Earned Value.Must possess at least 5 years of experience with Project Management.Must possess at least 5 years of experience with embedded software development in C.Must possess at least 5 years of experience with embedded software development in the Atlassian tool suite.Non-U.S. Person – Position will not offer work immigration sponsorship and will seek export authorizations to allow the individual to work on a specific program or project.Learn More & Apply Now!Avionics: Our Avionics team advances flight deck solutions, airborne communications, vision systems, sensors and fire protection for commercial and military customers around the world. That means we’re helping people reach their destination safely and keeping pilots, passengers, flight crews, airlines, airports and military personnel connected and informed. And we’re providing industry-leading fire protection and safety systems that our customers can count on when it matters most. Are you ready to learn from the most knowledgeable experts in the industry, develop the technologies of tomorrow and reach new heights in your career? Join our Avionics team today.Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work onsite. Thisincludes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to thedevelopment of our products. The salary range is $135,803.00 to $204,500.00 USD per year. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act. Privacy Policy and Terms:Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms
$135.8k - $251.6k
...Type: Security Clearance Status: Not RequiredRockwell Collins Inc. d/b/a Collins Aerospace has an opening for a Senior Principal Engineer, Software Engineering in Cedar Rapids, IA. Travel to India to visit company locations in Hyderabad and Bangalore for business...SuggestedTemporary workWork experience placementWork at officeRemote workFlexible hours$107.5k - $204.5k
...Must HaveCandidate must have the ability to obtain a US DoD Security ClearanceTypically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience oran Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years...SuggestedContract workTemporary workWork experience placementWork at officeRemote workRelocationFlexible hours$135.8k - $251.6k
...Type: Security Clearance Status: Not RequiredRockwell Collins Inc. d/b/a Collins Aerospace has an opening for a Senior Principal Engineer, Software Engineering in Cedar Rapids, IA.Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a...SuggestedTemporary workWork experience placementWork at officeRemote workFlexible hours$65.29 - $120.96 per hour
...Type: Security Clearance Status: Not RequiredRockwell Collins Inc. d/b/a Collins Aerospace has an opening for a Senior Principal Engineer, Software Engineering in Cedar Rapids, IA. Travel to India to visit company locations in Hyderabad and Bangalore for business...SuggestedFull timeTemporary workWork experience placementWork at officeRemote workFlexible hours$107.5k - $204.5k
...global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.Come join the Boeing Platforms department engineering team as a principal software engineer with focus on DO-178 Software Certification. Our team of engineers design state-of-the-art, industry-...SuggestedTemporary workWork experience placementWork at officeRemote workRelocationFlexible hours$132.4k - $251.6k
...CSE work on a given program to help ensure the successful completion of a Collins Avionics program.Work with a team of dedicated engineers to help shape the future of the avionics simulation platform.5-10% travel as needed.Qualifications You Must Have:Typically requires...Permanent employmentTemporary workWork experience placementWork at officeRemote workRelocationFlexible hours$132.4k - $251.6k
...Security Clearance Status: Not RequiredThe Advance Technology organization, within Collins Aerospace, is seeking an experienced Software Engineer to develop and integrate prototype software and autonomy algorithms for Future Flight Autonomy projects. In Future Flight...Contract workTemporary workWork experience placementWork at officeRemote workRelocationFlexible hours$132.4k - $251.6k
...defense.At Collins Aerospace, we don’t just build technology—we engineer mission success. Our Communication Systems teams are on the... ...—no matter the environment.We’re looking for a Senior Principal Software Engineer who’s ready to make an impact. In this role, you won...Temporary workWork experience placementWork at officeRemote workRelocationFlexible hours$132.4k - $251.6k
...Rapids, IA, working on cutting-edge Avionics displays for safety-critical commercial and military applications? As a Sr. Pr. Software Engineer in our Display Products Department, you will design, develop, and verify innovative display software solutions across multiple...Contract workTemporary workWork experience placementStart working todayWork at officeImmediate startRemote workRelocation packageFlexible hours$107.5k - $204.5k
...customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.We are seeking a Principal Software Engineer for our Avionics Software Tools team based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The Avionics Software Tools team is an Avionics tools...Permanent employmentTemporary workWork experience placementWork at officeImmediate startRemote workRelocationFlexible hours$132.4k - $251.6k
...modernization, standardize delivery platforms, and enable secure, export‑controlled engineering environments. This role provides senior technical leadership across CI/CD, cloud automation, and secure software delivery practices while guiding teams through modernization and...Contract workTemporary workWork experience placementWork at officeRemote workFlexible hours$107.5k - $204.5k
...Do you have what it takes to develop and lead an innovative, forward thinking, highly motivated engineering design team? The Next Generation Processing Foundational Software team is focused on the development of microchip solutions that can be applied across a wide variety...Permanent employmentTemporary workWork experience placementStart working todayWork at officeRemote workFlexible hours$107.5k - $204.5k
...Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.The Next Generation Processing Foundational Software team is seeking an experienced embedded software engineer with a strong passion for certification to join our organization. This foundational and platform...Temporary workWork experience placementFor subcontractorStart working todayWork at officeRemote workFlexible hours$107.5k - $204.5k
...growing Collins Aerospace Core Systems and Libraries team and play a key role in shaping the software foundation that powers modern aircraft. We are seeking a Principal Software Engineer who thrives on solving complex technical challenges and driving high-impact solutions...Contract workTemporary workWork experience placementStart working todayWork at officeRemote workFlexible hours- ...Principal Software EngineerAt RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired... ...and defense.What YOU will do:As a Principal Software Engineer, you will contribute to the development of advanced software...Relocation package
- ...Cedar Rapids, IA, working oncutting-edgeAvionics displays for safety-critical commercial and military applications? As a Sr. Pr. Software Engineer in our Display Products Department, you will design, develop, and verify innovative display software solutions across multiple...Contract workImmediate start
$107.5k - $204.5k
...and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market. As a Principal Software Engineer in this organization, you will be involved in the development of state-of-the-art communications, information assurance,...Temporary workWork experience placementWork at officeRemote workRelocationFlexible hours$107.5k - $204.5k
...global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.We are currently seeking qualified candidates for a Principal Software Engineer role within our Datalink Safety Routers and Applications team. The team develops airborne safety router software and Air...Temporary workWork experience placementStart working todayWork at officeRemote workFlexible hours$107.5k - $204.5k
...Cedar Rapids, IA, working on cutting-edge Avionics displays for safety-critical commercial and military applications? As a Principal Software Engineer in our Display Products Department, you will design, develop, and verify innovative display software solutions across...Permanent employmentTemporary workWork experience placementStart working todayWork at officeImmediate startRemote workFlexible hours$132.4k - $251.6k
...and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.The Avionics Computing Products team has an opening for a Senior Principal Software Project Engineer (P5). As a pivotal member of the department, you will partner with systems, software, electrical, mechanical, and specialty...Temporary workWork experience placementStart working todayWork at officeRemote workRelocationFlexible hours$107.5k - $204.5k
...new ways to connect and protect our world.The Design Quality Assurance group (DQA) is looking for an experienced Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer who is interested in using their technical skills and experience to improve Collins Aerospace design methods and...Contract workTemporary workWork experience placementWork at officeRemote workRelocation packageFlexible hours$132.4k - $251.6k
...Senior Principal Software EngineerAt RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and... ...defense.At Collins Aerospace, we don't just build technology—we engineer mission success. Our Communication Systems teams are on the...Temporary workWork experience placementWork at officeRemote workRelocationFlexible hours$107.5k - $204.5k
...and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.Collins Aerospace Resilient Connectivity Products (RCP) Engineering seeks a Principal Software Engineer to join the Platform Services Software Team who’s ready to make an impact. Our team solves defense...Temporary workWork experience placementWork at officeRemote workRelocationFlexible hours$107.5k - $204.5k
...seeking a talented and innovative Artificial Intelligence and Automation Engineer to drive engineering efficiency by leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) and solution automation. The Principal Software Engineer - Digital Engineering AI Enablement and Automation (AEA)...Contract workTemporary workWork experience placementWork at officeRemote workFlexible hours$107.5k - $204.5k
...of aerospace and defense. Collins Aerospace Integrated Secure Processing Solutions (SPS) team is looking for an Principal Software Lead Engineer who is passionate about collaborating with high-performance teams to create mission-critical solutions that support Mission...Temporary workWork experience placementWork at officeRemote workRelocation packageFlexible hours$107.5k - $204.5k
...customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.We are seeking a Principal Software Engineer with deep experience in GPU, graphics, and embedded real-time systems for the Next Generation A2G Graphics Driver...Contract workTemporary workWork experience placementWork at officeRemote workFlexible hours$107.5k - $204.5k
...Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.Help ensure mission-critical avionics software performs flawlessly in the real world. As a Principal Software Engineer supporting mission sensors, weapons, and IFF (Identification Friendly or Foe) avionics systems...Contract workTemporary workWork experience placementWork at officeRemote workRelocationFlexible hours- ...Principal Software Lead Engineer Collins Aerospace Integrated Secure Processing Solutions (SPS) team is looking for a Principal Software Lead Engineer who is passionate about collaborating with high-performance teams to create mission-critical solutions that support...Relocation package
$107.5k - $204.5k
...experience with rapid prototyping and building software solutions quickly. We typically... ...with project managers and other Engineering professionals. We follow established... ...Products Engineering team is seeking a Principal Software Engineer for our Platform Services...Full timeRelocation$132.4k - $251.6k
...demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.We are seeking a Senior Principal Project Engineer for our Avionics Software Tools team based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The Avionics Software Tools team is an Avionics software tools...Permanent employmentTemporary workWork experience placementStart working todayWork at officeRemote workFlexible hours
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