Principal Software Engineer - DevSecOps Embedded Communications - Active Secret (Onsite)

Principal Devsecops Software Engineer

Join a team that's shaping the future of military communications! Collins Aerospace Resilient Connectivity Products (RCP) Engineering is seeking a Principal DevSecOps Software Engineer to join a dedicated DevSecOps team that is building cutting-edge systems to keep military personnel safe, connected, and informed. Collaborate with industry experts on next-generation embedded software communication products, cryptography, and state-of-the-art computing architectures.

At RCP, we tackle our defense customers' toughest challenges by rapidly developing, integrating, and demonstrating software solutions that leverage cutting-edge innovations. Here, you'll play a critical DevSecOps role in designing and developing CI/CD solutions while working alongside top-tier engineers and industry leaders. By harnessing advanced technologies, you'll push the boundaries of what's possible. Whether enhancing trusted systems or pioneering new innovations, your contributions will directly support mission-critical operations around the globe.

Join Collins Aerospace and help us connect the battlespace of tomorrow!

Join a team that's shaping the future of military communications. We're seeking a Principal DevSecOps Software Engineer to help build cutting-edge systems that keep military personnel safe, connected, and informed. Work with industry experts on next-generation embedded software, advanced satellite communications, cryptography, and state-of-the-art computing architectures.

You'll design and deploy resilient, high-performance networks for UAVs, fighter jets, aircraft carriers, and ground vehicles—delivering low latency, high throughput, anti-jamming capabilities, mobile ad hoc features, and secure IP connectivity. If you're ready to drive innovation in embedded software and communications technology, this is the opportunity for you.

Sign-on Bonus Eligible

What You Will Do:

• Develop complex automation pipelines for embedded systems in air-gapped environments.
• Automate security testing and vulnerability scanning using static and dynamic application security tools (SAST/DAST).
• Build and maintain containerized environments and applications.
• Design and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) to ensure consistent and scalable infrastructure.
• Evaluate, select, and integrate cutting-edge DevSecOps tools and technologies.
• Build and maintain dashboards for observability and performance reporting.
• Mentor and advocate for DevSecOps best practices across the organization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional product development teams to deliver innovative solutions.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Advanced programming expertise in Bash and Python.
• Proficiency with GitLab and GitLab Runners.
• Experience with containerization tools such as Docker, Podman, or Kubernetes.
• Advanced experience in Linux environments.
• Proficiency with JFrog Artifactory or equivalent artifact management tools.
• Solid working knowledge of IP networking and protocols.
• Active U.S. government-issued security clearance (must be transferable).
• Typically 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 experience

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience developing in air-gapped, on-premises environments.
• Familiarity with tools such as BitBucket and Bamboo.
• Hands-on experience with configuration management tools like Ansible, Chef, or Puppet, and IaC tools like Terraform.
• Knowledge of observability and monitoring tools such as Grafana and Prometheus, with experience in RESTful API integration.
• Strong Linux administration skills.
• Familiarity with programming languages such as C, C++, or Rust.
• Experience with Atlassian tools and working in Agile development teams.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively, meet project milestones, and deliver high-quality results.

What We Offer:

• 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!

Relocation Eligibility

• Eligible for relocation