Software Engineer I – Connected Aviation Solutions

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Software Engineer developing and testing air traffic management software for Collins Aerospace. Supporting safety-of-life aviation systems within Puerto Rico’s aerospace engineering team.

Posted 8/22/2026full-timeAguadilla • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in software development and integration within Air Traffic Management Systems, utilizing Agile methodologies and effective communication skills. Familiar with programming languages such as Java and C/C++, as well as containerization technologies and scripting languages.

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Software DevelopmentAgile MethodologiesJava ProgrammingUnix/Linux EnvironmentContainerization Technologies

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Hard Skills

Software IntegrationSoftware TestingDebugging Source CodeBash ScriptingPython ScriptingC/C++ ProgrammingJava ProgrammingAsynchronous Messaging FrameworksContainerization TechnologiesSoftware Development Lifecycle

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsCollaborationTeamwork

Tools & Technologies

JiraConfluenceBambooBitbucketDockerPodmanKubernetes

Industry Keywords

Air Traffic Management SystemsSTEM DegreeU.S. CitizenshipAgile ProcessDocumentation Standards

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

DockerJavaKubernetesLinuxPythonUnix

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and maintain software integrated into Air Traffic Management Systems (ATMS) products
Assist in maintaining documentation and work instructions to meet high-maturity-level software engineering standards and processes
Collaborate with the team in the Agile process, including daily standups, sprint planning, retrospectives, backlog grooming, and story pointing
Work with an integrated engineering team in a collaborative environment
Participate in multi-level communication with engineering team members, program management, and external stakeholders
Support, design, develop, integrate, and test operational software components throughout the software development lifecycle

Requirements

What you’ll need

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and less than 2 years prior relevant experience
Demonstrated professional experience communicating in English (verbal and written)
Exposure to software development, integration, testing, or validation, preferably in a Unix/Linux environment
Familiarity with Java or C/C++ programming languages
Basic knowledge of containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Podman, Kubernetes)
Proficiency with scripting languages such as Bash and Python
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract
Familiarity with asynchronous messaging frameworks
Exposure to Agile methodologies and experience using tools like Jira, Confluence, Bamboo, or Bitbucket
Interest in or willingness to learn Ada programming language
Knowledge or experience with software testing or debugging source code
Must be residing in Puerto Rico at the time of starting employment; relocation is not offered

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
Participation in the Employee Scholar Program (ESP)
Life insurance and disability coverage
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 8 free counseling sessions