Principal Engineer, Software Engineering (Onsite)

RTX (Raytheon); Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Life insurance

Pet insurance

Adoption assistance

Ovia Health

Job summary

RTX Collins Aerospace in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a test engineer to design automated production test solutions for high‑reliability electronics. You will translate requirements into production tests, lead projects, and mentor junior engineers onsite.

Eligible candidates typically hold a STEM degree with extensive aerospace electronics experience and must be able to obtain a US DoD security clearance. This onsite role offers strong growth and senior responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Candidate must have the ability to obtain a US DoD Security Clearance.
• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) with 8+ years of experience or an advanced degree with 5+ years.
• Prior relevant test engineering experience.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in design and development of complex aerospace electronics.
• Expert knowledge of programming languages: C/C++/C#, Python.

Responsibilities

• Review product designs and create automated test solutions that maximize test coverage on top level, sub-level, and circuit card assemblies.
• Capture, analyze, decompose and translate requirements for production test solutions.
• Design, test, integrate and document production test solutions of moderate to high complexity.
• Lead assigned projects to achieve quality solutions under moderate or indirect supervision.
• Coach and train junior members of the team.
• Ensure adherence to defined processes, project cost and schedule requirements.
• Prepare and present project/technical information to peers, management and customers.
• Design and implement activities to deploy test solutions worldwide.

Skills

C/C++/C#

Python

Test engineering

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Advanced degree in related field

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-29

Country: United States of America

Location: US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-106 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 106

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

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.

What You Will Do

• Review product designs and create automated test solutions that maximize test coverage on top level, sub-level, and circuit card assemblies.
• Capture, analyze, decompose and translate requirements for production test solutions.
• Design, test, integrate and document production test solutions of moderate to high complexity.
• Lead the assigned projects to achieve quality solutions under moderate or indirect supervision.
• Coach and train junior members of the team.
• Responsible for adherence to defined processes, project cost and schedule requirements.
• Prepare and present project / technical information to peers, internal management and customers.
• Design and implement activities required to deploy the project test solutions to world-wide destinations.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Candidate must have the ability to obtain a US DoD Security Clearance
• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience
• Prior relevant test engineering experience
• Minimum 3 years experience within the design and development of complex electronics in the aerospace industry.
• Expert knowledge of programming languages, C/C++/C#, Python.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Highly motivated and possess effective oral/written communication and interpersonal/team skills.
• Excellent time management skills - ability to multitask and delegate work to support technicians, engineering project assistants and peers.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption Assistance
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