RTX Embedded Software Engineer 1 · Cedar Rapids, IA Embedded Software Engineer 1 New Grad Cedar[...]

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) plan with company match

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Cedar Rapids is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer I onsite to design, develop, integrate and verify embedded software for mission-critical systems. You will work with Rust, C++, and Python in an Agile environment and collaborate with hardware, systems, and FPGA engineers to deliver robust solutions.

The role requires the ability to obtain a DoD clearance and US citizenship. You will grow your skills across the full software lifecycle, contribute to cryptography and

Qualifications

• Typically requires a STEM degree with less than 2 years of relevant experience.
• Capability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.
• Embedded software experience or coursework is preferred (Rust, C/C++, Python).

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, integrate and verify embedded software in a team.
• Collaborate with hardware, systems and FPGA engineers to deliver robust solutions.
• Contribute to cryptography, waveform and networking protocol work within embedded devices.
• Participate in agile processes and full software lifecycle activities.
• Learn and grow toward subject-matter expertise across the stack.

Skills

Multithreaded development

OO design

Agile teamwork

Education

STEM degree

Tools

C

C++

Rust

Python

Linux

Job description

## Embedded Software Engineer I (Onsite)Applylocations: US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-137 ~ 855 35Th St NE ~ BLDG 137time type: Full timeposted on: Posted 3 Days Agojob requisition id: 01866161**Date Posted:**2026-08-11**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 1At 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.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.**What You Will Do:*** 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:*** 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* Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and less than 2 years prior relevant experience**Qualifications We Prefer*** Comfortable working with C, C++, Rust, python and/or Linux* Some experience coding in an embedded environment* Security focused mindset* Familiar with multi-threaded and object oriented development* Familiar with the basics of asymmetric and symmetric encryption**What We Offer:**Some of our competitive benefits package includes:* 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* Autism Benefit* Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions* Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program* Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits* Bright Horizons, child and elder care services* Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program* Eligible for relocation* And more!Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today.\*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.**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.At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.**#MISENG*****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 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.