Senior Software Engineer - Core Systems & Libraries (Onsite)

About the role

Join the Collins Aerospace Core Systems & Libraries team and help build the software backbone that powers modern aircraft. We're looking for a Senior Software Engineer who enjoys solving complex problems and delivering high-impact solutions in safety-critical environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop the architecture and design of core software components, libraries, and tooling aligned to avionics system requirements
• Drive technical direction and execution across development and verification activities for safety-critical software (DO-178)
• Develop software requirements, decomposition, and traceability across complex systems
• Develop and verify software using modern C++ and object-oriented design principles
• Develop DO-178 certification artifacts, including DAL-A deliverables
• Perform certification efforts, including engagement with customers and regulatory authorities
• Conduct and contribute to peer reviews to ensure quality, consistency, and compliance across the lifecycle
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, program leadership, and customers to align technical solutions with program objectives

Qualifications

• You must have a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) or an Advanced Degree in a related field with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, or a minimum of 3 years of experience with a U.S. citizenship requirement.
• Proven experience designing and developing software architecture, libraries, or platform-level components within an aerospace or safety-critical environment
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical execution of tasks, including customer engagement and presenting stakeholders
• Hands-on experience supporting DO-178 software development and certification activities (e.g., requirements, verification, or certification artifacts)

What You Will Learn

• Gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge and emerging technologies that are shaping the future of avionics and aerospace systems
• Build end-to-end expertise across the full product lifecycle, from requirements and design through verification and delivery of safety-critical systems
• Develop a deep understanding of software certification (DO-178) and how world-class avionics products meet rigorous regulatory standards
• Learn how to design, scale, and sustain software product lines that support a wide range of platforms and global customers

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• A 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)
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Adoption Assistance
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Scholar Program
• Paid time off
• Holidays

Salary Range

$86,800 - $165,200 USD

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching
• Flexible spending accounts
• Flexible work schedules
• Employee assistance program
• Employee Scholar Program
• Paid time off
• Holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer

Collins Aerospace 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.