Software Engineering Technician (Onsite)

Date Posted : 2025-08-22

Country :

United States of America

Location :

HTX36 : Richardson, TX 3200 E Renner Rd , Richardson, TX, 75082-2402 USA

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.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance​

Security Clearance : Top Secret - Current

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

Collins Aerospace in Richardson, Texas is looking to add a Software Technician. You will be a partner with engineering to provide expertise and innovative solutions that support the engineering process. Technicians provide technical resources, knowledge, assistance, and support engineers with many of the “hands on” technical tasks associated with engineering. Technicians also Interpret engineering Software designs and utilizes appropriate software, tools and diagnostic utilities to verify software for sequence, functionality, and standards compliance.

To Be A Successful Candidate In This Role

Work is always performed on time and can be counted on by other team members. Admits mistakes and perseveres to correct them

Does not need to be micro-managed and is proactive in all efforts. Completes work and helps with extra work when needed. Aims to correct wrongs and isn’t afraid to speak up

Excited, enthusiastic, and proud of their work. Strives to find solutions and help create an environment others want to work in

Never misses an opportunity to learn more. Always seeks out answers and isn’t afraid to ask questions. Learns from peers and assists them with their own questions

Cooperative and coordinates with the team to accomplish goals. Assists other team members and aides in their learning

What You Will Do

Ability to adapt existing code bases in a variety of programming languages. Experience with integrated systems. Understanding of logic structures and syntax

Ability to install, configure, and maintain cross-disciplinary engineering tools spanning software and electrical environments

Document and recognize how software is related to program software and systems. Maintain and organize software licensing and project files

Evaluate, generate, and implement problem-solving solutions for both programming and administrative tasks

Develop realistic work plans, sets goals, coordinates with team, and executes plan within a timely manner. Manages time well and completes all goals within the given timeframe

Troubleshoot and problem solve core service and support challenges while applying best practices for documentation, change management, and scripting. Support basic IT infrastructure and networking

Comply with and applies Lab safety policies

Execute and create documented procedures

Qualifications You Must Have

Typically requires an AA / AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience

Active and transferable U.S. government issued Top Secret Security Clearance is required prior to start date

Previous experience with Coding Languages such as : C / C++, Python, Java, or other comparable languages required

Experience with software installation, configuration, and troubleshooting across Windows and Linux environments

Qualifications We Prefer

Understanding of scripting languages (Python, Bash, PowerShell) for automation

Familiarity with tool license management and support for both software and electrical engineering teams

Experience with file management systems such as Subversion, GIT, BitBucket / SourceTree

Maintains a Basic IT Certification such as CompTIA A+ or knowledgeable about basic IT and OS troubleshooting

Moderate-Advanced skill and knowledge of Windows OS and Office 365 Tools like : Outlook, Excel, Word

Connecting hardware and software systems, testing software, networking, and knowledge of electronic concepts

Experience with Linux and Shell scripting

What We Offer ​

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!

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. ​

Onsite :  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. ​

The salary range for this role is 50,000 USD - 100,000 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.