Principal Software Engineer Embedded Cybersecurity- Active Secret (Onsite)
Company: Collins Aerospace
Location: Fort Wayne
Posted on: June 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Date Posted:
2026-05-27 Country:
United States of America Location:
US-IN-FT WAYNE-150A 1010 Production Rd BLDG 150A Position Role
Type:
Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status
Requirements:
Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance
is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as
only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Security Clearance Type:
DoD Clearance: Secret Security Clearance Status:
Active and existing security clearance required on day 1
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.
As a Principal Software Engineer joining our team, you will play a
key role in the design, development, integration, and verification
of our secure embedded software. This includes features such as
device management, reprogramming, key management and encryption
algorithms. Proficiency in C++ or Rust, Python, and embedded Linux
is crucial for rapid integration into our projects. While
experience with secure systems, secure software development, or
cryptographic applications is preferred, it is not required. The
ideal candidate will consistently deliver superior results,
ensuring project milestones are met while fostering a positive work
environment. You should thrive in collaborative team settings, both
in-person and through technology, and possess demonstrated
expertise in integrating system hardware and software
components.
What YOU will do:
Qualifications You Must Have:
Qualifications We Prefer:
What We Offer:
Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact
stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace,
our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government
customers complete their most complex missions - whatever and
wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent
and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized
aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By
joining our team, you'll have your own critical part to play in
ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs
for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission
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.
As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring
process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the
interview process in-person at one of our office locations,
regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or
remote.
The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 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.
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