Embedded Software Engineer I (Onsite)

RTX (Raytheon); Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Eligible

Onsite work

Benefits package

Job summary

RTX is seeking an entry-level Software Engineer I in Cedar Rapids to design, develop, integrate, and verify embedded software solutions using Rust, C++, and Python as needed. You will work in a collaborative, onsite team environment with opportunities to learn across hardware, systems, and FPGA domains.

The role emphasizes learning and growth, with a focus on security clearance readiness and contributing to innovative products for defense and aerospace.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM).
• Comfortable working with C, C++, Rust
• Security focused mindset and eligibility for U.S. government clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, integrate, and verify embedded software.
• Collaborate with hardware, systems, and FPGA engineering.
• Learn cryptography, waveform and networking concepts and apply them to embedded solutions.

Skills

C

C++

Rust

Python

Education

STEM degree

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-21

Country: United States of America

Location: US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-137 ~ 855 35Th St NE ~ BLDG 137

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

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:

As a Software Engineer I on our team, you will play a key role in the design, development, integration, and verification of our embedded software solutions. We value individuals with a strong desire to learn, grow, and expand their technical capabilities, especially within embedded environments. The ideal candidate will consistently deliver superior results, ensuring project milestones are met while fostering a positive work environment. You should thrive in collaborative team settings, both in-person and through technology, and enjoy working closely with others to achieve shared goals. You will also have opportunities to collaborate with experts across other disciplines, including hardware, systems, and FPGA engineering.

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

You will be a part of a team that is developing new and innovative products for our customers' mission.

You will face and conquer challenges across a wide range of complex and interesting problem domains.

You will develop your skills with software application tools and languages such as Rust, C ++, and Python.

You will impact the team positively by demonstrating your ability to implement and test software solutions.

You will have opportunities to learn about cryptography, waveform & networking protocols, embedded devices, DevSecOps, command & control, project engineering

What You Will Learn:

You will gain experience working with an agile team.

You will gain experience in the full software development lifecycle.

You can take flight to the next level of your career by becoming a subject matter expert

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) .
• Comfortable working with C, C++, Rust
• Security focused mindset

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience with python and/or Linux
• Some experience coding in an embedded environment
• Familiar with multi-threaded and object oriented development
• Familiar with the basics of asymmetric and symmetric encryption

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 Eligible

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 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 upo