Software Engineer - ARINC661 Graphics

RTX (Raytheon); Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Eligibility

Job summary

RTX's Collins Aerospace site in Cedar Rapids is seeking a Software Engineer 1 to help capture requirements and develop embedded software in C++ for the A661 Graphics Server, with testing to DO-178C DAL A fidelity.

The role involves contributing to graphics server development, applying aerospace software processes, and coordinating with an office and lab environment to deliver a high-quality product on schedule.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor's or master's degree in science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM) discipline.
• Must be willing to work 40 hours per week.
• US Citizen, no dual citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to Software Requirements, Design, Code, and Verification of the cockpit display system's graphics server.
• Apply Collins Aerospace software processes for development and verification.
• Work with desktop computer in an office environment and with target hardware in an engineering lab to deliver a high-quality software product on schedule and cost constraints.

Skills

C/C++

Python

OpenGL/Vulkan

RTOS

Software life cycle

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in STEM

Tools

OpenGL

Vulkan

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-06

Country: United States of America

Location: US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-131 ~ 5450 C Ave NE ~ BLDG 131

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

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.

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.

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.

Come join the Boeing Platforms department engineering team as a Software Engineer 1. The engineer will help with requirements capture and design and develop embedded software in C++ for the A661 Graphics Server. The candidate will also test and verify the developed software to Design Assurance Level A fidelity per DO-178C standard.

What You Will Do

• Contribute to Software Requirements, Design, Code, and Verification of the cockpit display system's graphics server.
• Understand Collins Aerospace processes related to software development and verification and apply them to current projects.
• Work with desktop computer in an office environment and with target hardware in an engineering lab to achieve the goal of delivering a high-quality software product within schedule and cost constraints

What You Will Learn (Optional)

• Identify the root cause of moderate to complex software issues using appropriate debug and analysis tools.
• Clearly summarize encountered technical software issues to project leadership in a timely fashion.
• Work together in a collaborative team that is part of multi large systems
• Full life cycle development of DO-178 DAL A certified software

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a bachelor's or master's degree in science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM) discipline
• Must be willing to work 40 hours per week
• US Citizen, no dual citizenship

Qualifications We Prefer

• Demonstrated interest in embedded software solutions and board-level device drivers
• Programming experience in C, C++ and/or Python
• Experience working with OpenGL and/or Vulkan
• Comfortable with real-time operating system and object-oriented programming concepts
• Experience with all phases of the software development life cycle
• Energetic and proactive self-starter with strong interpersonal and communications skills

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 Eligibility

Role Details

This role is for an Onsite position: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite.

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.

Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.

Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). If you live within a reasonable commute of an RTX site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this ro