Embedded Software Engineer II – DoD-Cleared

Collins Aerospace; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Vacation time

401(k) match

Job summary

Collins Aerospace Mission Systems is seeking a Software Engineer II in Cedar Rapids to design and develop cutting-edge embedded software, networking, and secure communications. You’ll work on software-defined radios, cryptographic systems, and real-time data delivery for military applications, collaborating across teams to meet mission-critical timelines.

The role requires STEM education and at least 2 years of relevant experience, with hands-on work in C/C++, Python, and Rust, plus a DoD Secret

Qualifications

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field
• 1 year of experience with embedded software development
• 1 year of experience in Python and C/C++

Responsibilities

• YOU will design and develop cutting-edge embedded software, networking and communication products in C/C++ and Rust
• YOU will drive project success by collaborating on requirements, implementation, test development, and certification
• YOU will lead initiatives and help organize tasks for team members
• YOU will help make decisions for your team: supporting cost, schedule, and technical performance

Skills

C/C++ development

Rust

Python

Embedded software

Git

Linux

Education

STEM degree

Tools

C/C++

Rust

Python

Git

Job description

Collins Aerospace Mission Systems is seeking a Software Engineer II in Cedar Rapids to design and develop cutting-edge embedded software, networking, and secure communications. You’ll work on software-defined radios, cryptographic systems, and real-time data delivery for military applications, collaborating across teams to meet mission-critical timelines.

The role requires STEM education and at least 2 years of relevant experience, with hands-on work in C/C++, Python, and Rust, plus a DoD Secret