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Date Posted: 2025 10 10 Country: United States of America
Location:HTX36: Richardson, TX 3200 E Renner Rd , Richardson, TX, 75082 2402 USA Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status requirements:Active and transferable U.S. government issued security ed securityed security clearance:is required prior to start date. U.S. t date. U.S.t date. U.S.t date. U.S.t date. U.S. citizenship:is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a securityclearance Security
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Clearance: Secret Are you looking to make a meaningful, positive impact while advancing your career? Embark on a journey where your expertise in software engineering will help shape the future of aerospace technology. At Collins Aerospace, we're not just designing software; we're crafting the backbone of mission critical systems within a Special Access Program (SAP) and safeguarding the lives of those who protect us. As our next Principal Embedded Software Test Lead, you'll immerse yourself in Strategic Nuclear Deterrence, bringing your acumen to the forefront of innovation and ensuring the efficacy and security of systems that are vital to national defense. You do not have to have previous comms or nuclear
experience; we will provide the training and tools to help grow the
skills you will need to become a subject matter expert. You will learn from the best and brightest in the comms and nuclear deterrence domain working at Collins Aerospace. This is an onsite position based in Richardson, Texas. What You Will Do: Develop software test plans, procedures, and standards in line with program
requirements. Conduct performance, stress, regression, and fault tolerance testing for embedded applications. Define and own the overall software verification strategy for embedded systems. Assess risks and determine test coverage to ensure system safety, performance, and compliance. Lead software verification and qualification efforts in alignment with rigorous program and contractual
requirements. Lead integration and validation efforts across complex embedded systems, ensuring functionality, stability, and compliance throughout all development phases. Assign and track tasks for the software test team, ensuring on time delivery aligned with program schedule. Serve as technical authority on embedded software methodologies, tools, and frameworks. Provide guidance to software test engineers. Mentor and coach early career and mid level engineers. Coordinate with cross functional teams, including systems, hardware, quality, and program management, to ensure cohesive execution and timely issue resolution. Design and implement automated test scripts. Perform debugging and root cause analysis. Lead audits and certification reviews. Act as primary liaison between the software test team and higher level program leadership. Present test readiness reviews, verification status, and risk assessments to leadership, customers, and certification bodies. What You Will Learn: You will learn and grow knowledge within the Strategic Nuclear Deterrence domain. Applying fault injection, robustness testing, and stress testing in safety and mission critical systems. How to implement independence in testing (IV&V) for the highest Design Assurance Levels. Mastery of DO 178C and other defense software assurance standards. Developing automation frameworks that integrate with secure CI/CD pipelines in highly restricted environments. Critical thinking under high stakes You will become a subject matter expert and leader in communication technologies with exposure to the variety of business and products in an ever evolving field. We are growing, so can you.
Qualifications:You Must Have: Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant ior relevant experience:or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience. Active and transferable U.S. government issued secret security ret securityret securityret securityret securityret securityclearance is required prior to starting.
Experience with real time operating systems (RTOS), including development, debugging, and performance optimization of embedded software applications. Knowledge of test planning, procedures, and analysis aligned with system
requirements.
Experience leading designing and executing end to end test campaigns, including integration, system level, and formal qualification testing.
Experience supporting aerospace, defense, or nuclear command and control systems governed by standards such as DO 178C, MIL STD 498, or equivalent. Previous professional
experience with structured development lifecycles, test methodologies,
requirements analysis, and change/configuration management in compliance driven environments.
Qualifications We Prefer: Exposure to Earned Value Management (EVM) and understanding of how test progress integrates into broader program performance metrics. Ability to lead small teams and report status to management. Good communication
skills and the ability to tailor presentations to audiences at all levels. Background in hardware software integration, hardware in the loop (HIL) testing, or working within real time embedded environments. Familiarity with test automation frameworks, test management suites, defect tracking tools, and
requirements management platforms. Foundational understanding of Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) practices and tools, including exposure to architecture models and interface control documents. What We Offer: Our competitive
benefits:package includes: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 RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry leading businesses