Software Engineer I (Onsite)
RTX Corporation1 month ago
Cedar Rapids, IA, USAEntry Level
Base Salary
$57k - $109k/yr
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, implement, integrate, and verify embedded avionics software for SVS, AMM, IFIS, and CVS.
- Implement software features in C or Python while following coding standards and engineering processes.
- Develop and review software requirements for clarity, correctness, and traceability.
- Create and execute requirements-based tests and support software verification activities.
- Participate in certification activities following DO-178C guidelines.
- Collaborate with systems, hardware, and certification engineering teams.
- Improve team efficiency through development practices, automation, and AI-assisted engineering tools.
- Communicate progress, identify roadblocks, and contribute to program milestones.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering or a related STEM major by the start date.
- Familiarity with software development fundamentals and ability to learn regulated development environments.
- Experience with at least one modern programming language, preferably C or Python.
- Ability to follow technical instructions and produce high-quality work.
- Strong internal communication and collaborative teamwork skills.
- U.S. citizenship required for access to sensitive program information.
- Preferred qualifications include embedded software or real-time systems experience; avionics, safety-critical software, or aerospace knowledge; familiarity with DO-178C or regulated verification processes; exposure to CI/CD, DevOps workflows, or software automation; and experience with Python, C, Git, or Linux-based development environments.
Benefits
- Onsite work primarily at the Cedar Rapids, Iowa location, with possible in-person interview steps.
- Potential eligibility for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.
- Potential eligibility for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs, depending on position and applicable collective-bargaining coverage.
- Application window is expected to close approximately 40 days after September 29, 2026, subject to business needs.
About RTX Corporation
RTX Corporation builds aerospace and defense systems through its Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon businesses, serving commercial aviation, the U.S. government, and allied militaries. Its products range from aircraft engines and avionics to radars, missiles, and command-and-control software, sold via long-term OEM programs and defense contracts. Formed in 2020 by the Raytheon–United Technologies merger, RTX is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia and trades on the NYSE as RTX.