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Collins Aerospace

Senior Software Engineer - Secure Communications

fort wayne, IN

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Collins Aerospace lists this Senior Software Engineer - Secure Communications opportunity in fort wayne, Indiana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

Location: US-IN-FT WAYNE-150A ~ 1010 Production Rd ~ BLDG 150A

Job Overview: At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market‑leading businesses, world‑class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Our Crypto team in the Software Technologies directorate creates advanced embedded cryptographic capabilities for U.S. military communications products. We regularly work with the NSA to ensure our military communications are resilient and secure. Through cross‑functional collaboration with hardware, FPGA, and software teams, our team ensures the seamless integration of our technology into military communication products.

Sign-on Bonus Eligible

What YOU will do:

Lead Embedded Software Development and Integration: Design and develop advanced embedded cryptographic solutions and communication products, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.

Design Scalable Software Architectures: Lead the development of secure, multi-threaded embedded C++ or Rust codebases, advancing software architecture through innovative solutions.

Drive Project Execution: Collaborate with cross-functional project teams to define requirements, implement software, and oversee test case development, verification test execution, and certification support.

Mentor and Empower: Provide guidance and mentorship to fellow software developers, enhancing both technical proficiency and process optimization while cultivating a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

Enhance Security and Reliability: Play a pivotal role in shaping products that significantly bolster the security and reliability of critical communications infrastructure.

What You Will Learn:

Gain hands‑on experience in designing, developing, integrating, and verifying embedded encryption algorithms.

Enhance proficiency in C++, Python, and embedded Linux through practical application in real‑world projects.

Explore secure systems and software development principles within a supportive team environment.

Develop insights into cryptographic applications, fostering a deeper understanding of their implementation and implications.

Participate in Agile methodologies, refining your ability to adapt and deliver in dynamic project settings.

Qualifications You Must Have:

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience.

Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance - current, is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer:

Crypto system requirements capture, design formulation, algorithms and implementation.

Verification and validation of crypto system functional and security requirements.

Development of artifacts to support certification of crypto system and components.

Experience with Information Assurance and/or Cybersecurity industry standards of practice.

Experience as a technical or project lead to ensure that project execution is successful.

Ideal candidates will have experience with software development using a high-level programming language (C++, C#, Java, Rust, Ada, VHDL) as well as hardware-software integration in real-time embedded systems.

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.

Eligible for relocation.

And more!

Salary Range: 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD.

This position is onsite in Fort Wayne Indiana.

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.

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fort wayne, IN, 46804, US

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