Principal Software Lead Engineer - Embedded Communications (ONSITE)
$107,500–$204,500 year
On-site · Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States
Job Summary
Lead embedded software engineering for mission-critical systems with expert proficiency in embedded C/C++, C++, and Python across all development phases; drive technical proposals and accurate program cost estimates; coordinate software execution for small teams while ensuring technical quality and alignment with schedule and budget; translate customer requirements into end-to-end system solutions that address technical, schedule, and cost constraints; proactively identify and mitigate risks to keep programs on time and within budget; collaborate with high-performance teams to enable rapid learning and success in mission systems within Collins Aerospace SPS; role includes leadership of proposals, bidding exercises, and potential Scrum Master or Product Owner responsibilities; on-site Cedar Rapids, IA with relocation assistance; requires active SECRET clearance and U.S. citizenship.
Required Qualifications
- Active SECRET clearance is required prior to start date
- U.S. citizenship is required
- Typically requires a STEM degree with minimum 8 years relevant experience or an Advanced Degree with minimum 5 years of experience
- Experience with Cost Account Management, Integrated Master Schedule, ROAM process, Risk/Opportunity frameworks, and Product Owner skillsets
- Experience with multi-threaded real-time embedded applications
- Experience with Agile development methodology
- Ability to take on the role of Scrum Master or Product Owner
- Experience with TCP/IP network applications development
- Experience with UML
- Background/knowledge of cross-domain solution
- U.S. government/industry security environment familiarity
- Onsite role in Cedar Rapids, IA
- Relocation to support assignment may be provided
- Salary range specified (107,500 - 204,500)
- On-site requirement per posting
- Active and transferable SECRET clearance required before start
- US citizenship required to be eligible for clearance
Additional Requirements
- On-site requirement
- Security clearance prerequisites
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