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Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer - Collins Aerospace

Partially · Portland, Oregon
Posted July 29, 2026
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Overview

We seek a Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer to enhance Collins Aerospace design methods and mentor engineering teams. The ideal candidate will ensure new product designs meet or exceed requirements while adhering to industry standards and regulations. This hybrid role offers competitive compensation and relocation assistance.

What You'll Do6

  • 1Assure new developments meet customer company DO-178 and regulatory requirements
  • 2Audit engineering teams for compliance throughout the development lifecycle
  • 3Employ quality tools like Root Cause Analysis and Variation Reduction
  • 4Analyze project data to identify trends and recommend corrective actions
  • 5Support transition to production by resolving D&D related quality issues
  • 6Tailor project processes and approvals based on lessons learned

Requirements5

  • 1Minimum 8 years relevant experience or an advanced degree with 5 years experience
  • 2Proven experience in software development and engineering lifecycle management
  • 3Familiarity with systems engineering development using ARP4754
  • 4Aerospace industry experience preferred along with regulatory agency knowledge
  • 5Leadership or mentoring experience valued

Salary Insight

Salary not disclosed in listing

Location

Typepartially
LocationPortland, Oregon

Required Skills

Software developmentEngineering development lifecycleRoot Cause AnalysisVariation ReductionKey CharacteristicsDO-178
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