Embedded Software Engineer (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-02-18

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-KS-LENEXA-885 ~ 15701 W 95Th St ~ KIN01 W 95TH 885

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co-ops, and full-time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX. 

Are you ready to launch your career and put your software engineering skills into action while developing your leadership potential? Join our Software Galley Inserts and Chillers team in Lenexa, KS — where innovation meets hands-on experience. We design and develop advanced aircraft galley insert products and chiller systems that serve both commercial and military programs. If you’re ready to take the next step, your time is now! This role is onsite, in Lenexa, KS. This position may be eligible for relocation. 

What You Will Do:

• You will build, integrate, and deploy a variety of software projects, from Windows applications to embedded software for galley systems. 

• You will gain exposure to systems engineering principles and understand how software fits into the bigger picture of product development. 

• You will work in a hands-on engineering environment where you can turn classroom knowledge into real solutions. 

• You will contribute directly to active programs and R&D projects at Collins Interior Systems. 

• You will take ownership of your own project tasks or subprojects, with mentorship from experienced engineers. 

• You will collaborate with global teams across our sites in the Netherlands, India, and the Philippines. 

• You will participate in key software lifecycle activities, including code reviews, documentation, testing, and validation. 

What You Will Learn:

• You will learn how to work effectively with international stakeholders and cross-functional engineering teams. 

• You will learn the fundamentals of regulatory and customer compliance in aerospace software development. 

• You will learn how to identify and drive continuous improvement in both products and processes. 

• You will learn the foundations of aerospace innovation, contributing to next-generation galley insert and chiller products. 

• You will learn best practices for developing and maintaining software in diverse development environments. 

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of relevant professional work experience (excluding internships).

• U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or granted refugee or asylee status) as defined here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• A self-starter who enjoys hands-on problem solving and has a passion for Python and/or C programming. 

• Strong teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to analyze hardware/software test requirements and translate them into actionable development tasks. 

What we offer:

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:   

• 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