Software Engineer I (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-08-04

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-130 ~ 5350 C Ave NE ~ BLDG 130

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

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

This requisition is for an RTX intern converting to FT upon graduation.

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.

At RTX, the world's 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.

Are you looking to GO BIG on your software journey? How about developing world-class computing platforms that are critical to aircraft flight and missions? Your software will take off and fly (and land). As an embedded software engineer, you will create high quality products that meet rigid safety and airworthiness standards for flight.   

Our department continues to push the technology envelope for processing technologies in everything from operating systems to user applications and the middleware which binds these together.   

What You Will Do

• You will design, develop, and maintain flight-critical embedded software for military and commercial aviation solutions and avionics products.   
• You will utilize embedded Linux operating systems, C/C++ code, networking protocols, device drivers, hardware interface tools, simulations, and integrated development environments in creative ways for this new product.  
• You will specify requirements, implement software, develop test procedures, perform verification, and complete artifacts for certification.  

What You Will Learn

• You will learn the technologies of today and tomorrow which we count on to maintain world leadership in the avionics industry.  
• You will learn all phases of the software product life cycle from requirements through to verification, while employing the company software engineering processes to produce high quality products.  

Qualifications You Must Have

• C/C++ programming experience utilizing  
• Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering or related Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) major obtained by start date.
• Experience collaborating with teams in the planning, design, and development of solutions.  
• Strong written and oral communication skills. 

Qualifications You Must Have

• Prior RTX internship, co-op, or work experience.

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
• Relocation Eligibility

Learn More & Apply Now!

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for 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.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 57,200 USD - 108,800 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience l