Principal Embedded Software Test Lead Engineer (onsite)

Collins Aerospace

Richardson, TX, United States
Base: $107,500 - $204,500 usd; bonus/equity: not s...
Hybrid
Active secret security clearance required
U.s. citizenship mandatory
Real-time operating system (rtos) experience
This role involves leading the verification strategy for mission-critical systems within a Special Access Program focused on Strategic Nuclear Deterrence

Job Summary

  • This role involves leading the verification strategy for mission-critical systems within a Special Access Program focused on Strategic Nuclear Deterrence.
  • Candidates will develop automated test scripts, conduct fault tolerance testing, and serve as the primary liaison between the test team and program leadership.
  • The position offers comprehensive benefits including medical insurance, a generous 401(k) match, tuition reimbursement, and up to three weeks of vacation.

Matching Summary

This role involves leading the verification strategy for mission-critical systems within a Special Access Program focused on Strategic Nuclear Deterrence.

Salary

Base: $107,500 - $204,500 USD; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, tuition reimbursement

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Active Secret security clearance required
  • U.S. citizenship mandatory
  • Real-time operating system (RTOS) experience
  • DO-178C or MIL-STD-498 compliance
  • End-to-end test campaign leadership
  • Embedded software debugging skills

Nice-to-have

  • Earned Value Management (EVM) exposure
  • Hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing background
  • Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) familiarity
  • Secure CI/CD pipeline automation
  • Mentoring early-career engineers

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 8 years relevant experience or advanced degree with 5 years
  • Active and transferable U.S. government issued Secret security clearance
  • U.S. citizenship required prior to start date
  • Experience with structured development lifecycles in compliance-driven environments

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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