Date Posted:
2023-11-16
Country:
United States of America
Location:
HIA32: Cedar Rapids, IA 400 Collins Rd NE , Cedar Rapids, IA, 52498-0505 USA
Position Role Type:
Onsite
Seeking a part-time candidate to manage the development and implementation of advanced software solutions for our next generation avionics. This effort will revolve around the design, prototyping, and implementation of avionics software architecture, ensuring compliance with industry standards and optimal performance.
This is a part-time, onsite position based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
Key Responsibilities:
- Architectural Design: Coordinate the design and development of next-generation avionics software architecture, considering system requirements and ensuring scalability, reliability, and safety.
- Prototyping Initiatives: Drive and manage prototyping activities, collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop proof-of-concept models and evaluate feasibility of new avionics solutions.
- Project Management: Work closely with a highly motivated and dedicated team of professionals and other internal/external stakeholders in support of engineering development activities for cross domain products, reporting program status, key performance metrics, and discussion of program issues and concerns.
- Technical Leadership: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to the software development team, fostering innovation and maintaining high coding standards.
- Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with stakeholders, including hardware engineers, system architects, and external partners, to align software development with overall project goals.
- Quality Assurance: Implement robust testing methodologies and quality control measures to ensure avionics software meets stringent safety and performance standards.
- Cost Estimation: Development of technical proposals and cost estimates during bid and proposal efforts.
Qualifications you must have:
- Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) unless prohibited by local laws/regulations and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 12 years of relevant experience.
- Proven experience (minimum 8 years) in software engineering with a focus on avionics systems or embedded software development
- Proficiency in programming languages such as C/C++, Python, and experience with real-time operating systems
- Strong understanding of avionics standards (DO-178C, ARINC 653, etc.) and familiarity with aerospace protocols and regulations
- Excellent project management skills, including Agile methodologies and tools
- Exceptional problem-solving abilities and a passion for innovation in aerospace technology
Collins Aerospace, a RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.
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.
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This role is also eligible for the Re-Empower Program. The Re-Empower Program helps support talented and committed professionals as they rebuild their capabilities, enhance leadership skills, and continue their professional journey. Over the course of the 14-week program, experienced professionals will gain paid, on-the-job experience, have an opportunity to participate in sessions with leadership, develop personalized plans for success and receive coaching to guide their return-to-work experience. Upon completion of the program, based on performance and contributions participants will be eligible for a career at RTX.
Minimum Program Qualifications:
To qualify for the Raytheon Technologies, Re-Empower Program, candidates should:
- Be on a career break of one or more years at time of application.
- Have prior experience in the functional area of interest.
- Have interest in returning in either a full-time or part-time position.
Collins Aerospace Diversity & Inclusion Statement:
Diversity drives innovation, inclusion drives success. We believe a multitude of approaches and ideas enable us to deliver the best results for our workforce, workplace, and customers. We are committed to fostering a culture where all employees can share their passions and ideas so we can tackle the toughest challenges in our industry and pave new paths to limitless possibility.
WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.
*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.
Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.
Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.
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 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!
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.
Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.
RTX is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.
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