Senior Software Engineer (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2025-03-05

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HMD31: Annapolis, MD 2551 Riva Road , Annapolis, MD, 21401-7435 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

As a Senior Software Engineer you will work directly within the software development team and alongside system engineers to produce software that interfaces directly or indirectly with avionics hardware to support flight simulation, datalink communication testing, and avionics integration.

What You Will Do:

You will perform the following software development and integration efforts in an avionics environment:

• You will work onsite at our Annapolis, MD facility.
• Design, develop, test, and document software ensuring code quality and user experience
• Perform software engineering work across a variety of domains including communications and connectivity using ground-to-air and ground-to-ground software applications, real-time flight simulation software development, avionics integration software, data analysis, and more
• Perform object-oriented programming in C++ using frameworks such as Qt and CMake
• Perform full-stack web application development using Python, Flask, PostgreSQL, JavaScript, and React
• Participate in established software engineering development principles and agile development methodologies
• Work autonomously to research solutions, generate requirements, design systems, and provide estimates to leadership for work on upcoming projects
• Perform deep debugging of software and hardware issues using the appropriate tools and methodologies
• Conduct code reviews and system design reviews, working closely with systems engineering and technicians to verify software functionality
• Collect and incorporate feedback on software and hardware functionality to ensure customer satisfaction and quality delivery

Must Have Qualifications:   

• 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.
• 3 + years of experience in Object-Oriented Programing
• 3 + years’ experience with Python, C++ and CMake
• Prior experience with Linux operating systems (Debian, Ubuntu)
• Prior experience with Git and version control
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with the following programming languages: Flask, PostgreSQL, and Javascript
• Experience with virtual machine software such as VirtualBox or VMWare
• Experience with aviation terminology and/or flight simulation experience
• Experience with various interface protocols including UDP, TCP, IP, ARINC-429, RS-232/485
• Experience with virtualization software such as Docker
• Experience with agile development practices

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!

Learn More & Apply Now!

Avionics delivers advanced cockpit displays, vision systems, and comprehensive digital solutions for global government, commercial and business aviation customers. We provide connectivity and managed data services to ensure safety and seamless communication for passengers, crews, and militaries, from aircraft and airports to air traffic management. Join us in creating solutions that connect the world, one flight at a time. Start your application today.

*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. 

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.

The salary range for this role is 90,000 USD - 182,000 USD. 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.

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