Senior Engineer, Software Engineering (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-06-17

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-182 ~ 1100 Cimmie Ave Ne ~ BLDG 182

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

At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

The Tactical Situational Awareness (TSA) group in the Tactical, Communications, and Maintenance Applications (TCMA) department is seeking a highly motivated Senior Software Engineer to join our team focused on innovation and the development of cutting-edge products. In this role, you will leverage your expertise in software design, development, and integration to advance next-generation avionics systems that enhance pilot awareness and operational safety. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver innovative solutions that enable precise decision-making in complex environments. This position is onsite in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

What You Will Do:

• Design, develop, test, and integrate software solutions for Tactical Situational Awareness systems in avionics.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including systems engineers, hardware engineers, and product managers, to define software requirements and deliver high-quality solutions.
• Focus on innovation by contributing to new product development efforts, exploring emerging technologies, and creating prototypes for future avionics systems.
• Develop algorithms and models for real-time data fusion, visualization, and decision-support systems.
• Ensure software meets safety-critical requirements and complies with industry standards such as DO-178C.
• Conduct performance analysis and optimization to meet system-level goals for reliability, latency, and efficiency.
• Participate in Agile development processes, including sprint planning, code reviews, and continuous integration/delivery pipelines.
• Stay current with advancements in avionics, artificial intelligence, and related technologies to drive innovation.

What You Will Learn:

• The opportunity to work on next-generation avionics systems that directly impact the safety and efficiency of global aviation.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment that encourages creativity and professional growth.
• Access to RTX’s world-class resources, training, and career development programs.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience.
• 5 years of experience in software development using languages such as Ada, Java, C++, Python, or Java.
• Experience in both embedded systems and hosted application software development.
• Experience with real-time, multi-threaded embedded systems applications development is highly desired especially with LynxOS and PowerPC architectures.
• Experience working with Tortoise SVN, DOORS, Eclipse, and Atlassian tools (JIRA, JAMA, Bamboo, and Confluence).
• Experience with data processing, sensor integration, and human-machine interface design.
• Experience with Agile development methodologies and tools (e.g., JIRA, Git, Jenkins).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with ARINC-661 and CORBA, MIL-STD-1553 systems and Ethernet protocols.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent verbal/written communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience in identifying, communicating and mitigating risks.
• Demonstrated capability in fast-paced, dynamic, creative work environment.