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Embedded Linux Software Engineer

Expert In Recruitment Solutions
Dubuque, IA Contractor
POSTED ON 10/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/27/2026
Embedded Linux Software Engineer
ONSITE in Cedar Rapids, IA
12 months

Senior Software Engineer - Embedded Linux
Collins Aerospace is seeking a highly skilled and innovative Senior Software Engineering Contractor to work with our Applied Research and Technology (ART) Microelectronics Technology team. Your work will contribute to the development of cutting-edge defense solutions across Mission Systems, leveraging your expertise developing and supporting embedded Linux Board Support Package (BSP) and driver development.
What You Will Do:
" Adhere to all applicable Collins Engineering Development and Quality processes, procedures, instructions and guidelines
" Participate in Agile team meetings and planning activities, as required to support programs covered by this work plan
" Contribute to the design, coding, testing, delivery and ongoing support for embedded Linux software systems in areas such as build toolchain, kernel, root filesystem, bootloader, device drivers, and BSP for a wide variety of hardware boards
" Participate in root cause analysis and resolution of complex hardware-software issues.
" Management of change request and task assignments through Jira.
Qualifications You MUST Have:
" Bachelor's degree (Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)) and 5 years of prior relevant experience OR
Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience OR In absence of a degree, 9 years of relevant experience is required
" A minimum of 3 years professional experience with embedded Linux device drivers
" Proficiency with embedded C/C
" Experience with scripting languages (Bash and Python)
" Experience with board bring-up and target hardware integration
" Experience with debugging and root cause investigations using hardware schematics and tools such as logic analyzer and Wireshark.
Qualifications We Prefer:
" Excellent communication and teamwork skills with the ability to work in a collaborative environment
" Experience with GIT and SVN version control systems
" Experience packaging custom Linux distribution with Buildroot
" Development experience Agile methodologies and DevSecOps

Hourly Wage Estimation for Embedded Linux Software Engineer in Dubuque, IA
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