Co-Op, Software Engineer- Onsite

Collins Aerospace; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Eligibility

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking a software engineer to help develop state-of-the-art software for our Microelectronics wafer fabrication environment. You will work with multiple disciplines to embed advanced technology into our product portfolio, contributing to requirements, design, implementation, and integration.

The role emphasizes collaboration, agile practices, and hands-on engineering in a fast-paced aerospace context, onsite in Cedar Rapids, IA.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in STEM.
• Experience with software engineering tools including version control and debuggers.
• Experience with SQL and databases (e.g., Microsoft SQL Server).
• Experience with full lifecycle software development practices and configuration management tools.
• Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop state-of-the-art software systems for the Microelectronics wafer fab.
• Collaborate across disciplines to embed technology into products.
• Contribute to requirements, design, implementation, and software/hardware integration.
• Apply software development best practices and use tools like Jira/Confluence.

Skills

Version control

Debugging

SQL

Software lifecycle

Agile/DevOps

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in STEM

Tools

Confluence

Jira

Git

JSON/XML

Python

Flask

AngularJS

C#

Job description

Location:

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-109 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 109

Date Posted:

2026-09-10

Country:

United States of America

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.

What You Will Do

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.

Software Engineer in this organization, you will be involved in the development of state-of-the-art software systems to support our Microelectronics wafer fab.

Within Collins Aerospace, we work alongside multiple disciplines to seamlessly embed our advanced technology into our comprehensive product portfolio. Examples of these products range from high-frequency radios to secure, sophisticated software-defined radios that can enable pilots and soldiers to transfer data, voice, and imagery over the air.

Technical responsibilities for this software engineering position will primarily encompass working in a software role and contributing to key decision-making for the successful development of applications across multiple product lines. There will be involvement in requirements definition, collaboration on software design, implementing software, and software/hardware integration.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM) discipline


• Experience in software engineering tools, including version control and debuggers


• Experience with SQL and databases, such as Microsoft SQL Server.


• Experience with standard full lifecycle software development practices and configuration management tools


• Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience developing in an Agile and/or DevOps environments.


• Experience developing in a Windows environment.


• Ability to troubleshoot and fix complex software problems.


• Experience with API concepts and technologies (e.g. JSON, XML).


• Experience with Python, Flask, AngularJS and C#.


• Experience using software tools such as Confluence, Jira, and Git.


• Experience working with the Atlassian Tool suite.


• Experience working with embedded electronics or automated test equipment

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

Onsite

• 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 37,000 USD - 82,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.