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Collins Aerospace · 8 hours ago

Principal Embedded Software Test Lead (ONSITE)

Richardson, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$101K/yr - $203K/yr

5+ years exp

Collins Aerospace is a leader in aerospace technology, and they are seeking a Principal Embedded Software Test Lead to shape the future of mission-critical systems. This role involves developing software test plans, conducting various testing types, and leading software verification efforts to ensure system safety and performance.

AerospaceIndustrialMilitarySatellite Communication

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

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

Qualification

Embedded software testingReal-time operating systemsDO-178C complianceTest planningAnalysisAutomation frameworksCommunication skillsTeam leadershipCritical thinkingMentoring

Required

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior 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 clearance 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

Preferred

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

Benefits

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!