IFATDS Senior Principal Software Engineer (Onsite)

Date Posted:
2026-02-04
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.Security Clearance Type:
Secret - Current
Security Clearance Status:
Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

Raytheon Company Managed by Collins Aerospace

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in engineering and proposal teams to successfully execute programs and prepare responsive proposals aimed at making the world a safer place. Come support those who provide us with all the freedoms we enjoy. Our commitment to providing an environment that supports innovation, teamwork, and growth opportunities are primary reasons engineers come to work at RTX.

What You Will Do:

• The candidate will collaborate across programs and engineering teams to identify efficiencies and support the development of best practices, necessitating an ability to clearly communicate objectives and status to audiences with varying degrees of understanding of the products and technology, understand and manage both customer-funded and internally-funded projects.
• Technical and Project Management - drive success in development of IFATDS and related future business opportunities, guide team members on the management of scope, schedule, and budget for engineering design activities; candidate will be directly involved in project management and execution, including Earned Value and Risk Management. Technical Leadership of a software team, ownership of software product providing innovative solutions that meets or exceeds customer expectations. The candidate must demonstrate sound decision-making skills, strategic thinking, networking skills, and the ability to accurately forecast resource needs
• Development of capabilities to be added to IFATDS software, including development of software requirements, design, coding, and testing, development of estimates (both Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) and formal Request for Proposal (RFP) responses) for new customers and/or additional capabilities for existing customers.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• 15+ years of work-related experience with emphasis on Software Engineering and leadership including experience working with the Advanced Field Artillery Tactical Data System (AFATDS) for DoD and/or IFATDS for international customers, applying effective leadership, collaborating effectively and building partnerships with others inside and outside the parent organization, proposals and projects in an execution leadership role that included responsibility for scope, schedule, and budget management. Willingness to travel occasionally to support customer events and related external activities.
• Technical credibility or domain knowledge in two or more of the following areas: Battle Management, COA analysis, Variable Message Format (VMF) "K-series" messages, Joint or Coalition interoperability, Long-Range Precision Fires, Extended Range Cannon Artillery, Extended Range Guided Multiple Launch Rocket Systems, Projectile Tracking Systems, Fire Direction Centers, Common Operational Picture, meteorology (MET), or target acquisition.
• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) unless prohibited by local laws/regulations and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 14 years of relevant experience
• Active and transferable Secret U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Fluency in Forward Observer and crew TTPs for field artillery in tactical environments in Multi Domain Operations (MDO), be able to establish key elements of operational plans with direct impact towards the achievement of results and holding people accountable for their contributions, be able to see the context, and develop or adjust relevant processes, standards and operational plans in support of the Engineering functional strategy. Knowledge of open standards SW development requirements, Agile, iterative software development, experience leading a software team, Scrum Master or similar, Knowledge and experience in DevSecOps best practices.
• Current DOD Secret Clearance day 1 of employment.
• Master of Science degree (M.S.) in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Math, Physics or related field

What We Offer:

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, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption Assistance
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
• And more!

Learn More & Apply Now!

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.

This is an Onsite role: 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.

Employee Referral Eligible

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 132,400 USD - 251,600 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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