Real-Time Embedded Software Co-op (Aerospace)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation eligibility

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Software Engineering Co-op in Cedar Rapids, IA, to contribute to real-time embedded software for avionics and cockpit systems. You will work with a cross-functional team to design, implement, test, and verify software across multiple processing platforms.

The role emphasizes learning aircraft systems engineering, compliance with aviation standards, and collaboration with global teams. Candidates must be pursuing a STEM degree and able to commit to 40 hours weekly.

Qualifications

• Pursuing degree in science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM).
• Willing to work 40 hours per week.
• Minimum of 60 credits by start of internship/co-op session.
• Experience gained through coursework, projects, or on-the-job work.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support real-time embedded software for flight-critical avionics.
• Contribute to design, development, and verification of software across platforms.
• Assist with requirements specification, test case development, verification, and certification support.

Skills

C

C++

Python

Embedded software

RTOS

Team collaboration

Education

Pursuing bachelor’s/master’s in STEM

Job description

RTX is seeking a Software Engineering Co-op in Cedar Rapids, IA, to contribute to real-time embedded software for avionics and cockpit systems. You will work with a cross-functional team to design, implement, test, and verify software across multiple processing platforms.

The role emphasizes learning aircraft systems engineering, compliance with aviation standards, and collaboration with global teams. Candidates must be pursuing a STEM degree and able to commit to 40 hours weekly.