Lead Software Engineer

City: RockfordState: IllinoisCountry: United StatesCategory: EngineeringJob Type: Full TimeDescription:Date Posted:2020-02-17-08:00Country:United States of AmericaLocation:A01: Rockford - Aerospace 4747 Harrison Avenue, Rockford, IL, 61125 USAAt Collins Aerospace, we’re dedicated to relentlessly tackle the toughest challenges in our industry – all to redefine aerospace.Created in 2018 through the combination of two leading companies– Rockwell Collins and United Technologies Aerospace Systems – we’re driving the industry forward through technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for global aerospace and defense. Every day we imagine ways to make the skies and the spaces we touch smarter, safer and more amazing than ever. Together we chart new journeys, reunite families, protect nations and save lives. And we do it all with some of the greatest talent this industry has to offer.We are Collins Aerospace and we hope you join us as we REDEFINE AEROSPACE.The next chapter of our future as an aerospace company is here, and we are excited about what this means for our employees and customers! Get onboard the Collins Aerospace Operations team and play a part in managing our innovative products from inception to delivery. The Operations team continues to grow and aims to strengthen the connection of Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain and Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) across Collins Aerospace. In this dynamic environment , you will have the opportunity to network across our businesses and functions, all while improving the productivity, quality and efficiency of our operations worldwide.Collins Aerospace makes modern flight possible. Of course, that wouldn’t be possible without the capabilities and technologies of our organization, as well as our engineers – a highly skilled, accomplished network that spans more than 180 sites, 24 countries and 6 Strategic Business Units (SBUs).Our industry-leading experts are setting the standards for the aerospace industry and paving the way for the future. But as new challenges present themselves, we need fresh, creative and motivated minds to overcome these hurdles, help us break barriers and achieve new levels of innovation. Do you have what it takes to join a global, diverse organization that doesn’t shy away from big opportunities? If so, we invite you to join our ranks and create the next generation of aerospace technologies.Together, we will nurture an engineering culture that values intellectual curiosity, risk takers and integrity. A place where we will challenge ourselves, our teams, and the status quo and where we will work to find a way – the right way – to achieve what others can only dream of.Role OverviewGlobal Operations Test Engineering designs, integrates, and deploys test solutions for development, qualification, and production testing of avionic electronic devices. The organization is a cross-functional team of Project Engineers, Circuit Engineers, Software Engineers, and Test Requirement Engineers. The software team is using languages including C#, Java, Perl, Python and LabView programming languages, in both the Windows and Linux environments. Our software engineers work closely with hardware and test requirements engineers in the same department. Our team provides a shared service that supports the Program and Product teams, as well as Production facilities around the world.Primary Responsibilities:

Architect and develop software used to perform testing of electronic hardware and to support Smart Factory initiatives

Integration and troubleshooting of test solutions

Develop and maintain product documentation

Develop and improve software processes

Work in a cross-functional, agile team that includes project, circuit, software, requirements, and product engineers in support of design, integration, and troubleshooting of test solutions.

Support customer requirements elicitation for software deliverables and enhancements to existing software products. Improve user experience for existing and new software applications.

Provides technical leadership and assists in training less experienced engineers to help them diagnose and solve problems and to build capabilities.

QualificationsPreferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Computer Engineering

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering will be considered with appropriate software related education and technical experience

Experience in C#, Java, LABView programming language(s), and WinForms

Experience using basic electronic instruments – scopes, meters, power supplies, etc.

Experience working in Windows and Linux operating systems

Knowledge of SQL, REST, JSON, XML

Basic Qualifications:

Candidates for this role should possess a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced degree and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience. In the absence of a degree, 11 years of relevant experience is required.

Minimum of 6 years of experience in software development

Wide breadth of knowledge across object oriented programming languages.

Experience with software repositories, such as Subversion or GIT

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.Some of our competitive benefits package includes: 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 Tuition reimbursement Life insurance and disability coverage And moreApply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.United Technologies Corporation is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.Privacy Policy and Terms:Click on this link at http://www.utc.com/privacy to read the Policy and TermsQualification:United Technologies Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.Thank you for your interest in a career at United Technologies! We will soon upgrade to an improved job application system to simplify the apply experience. You will still be able to apply to any of our current job openings through December 18, 2018. On January 2, 2019, our new and improved job application system will launch; please check back on that date to see all of our job openings.