Software Engineer - Embedded Communications (ONSITE)

Collins Aerospace; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 68,900 - 131,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Three weeks of vacation

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Cedar Rapids is seeking a Software Engineer to contribute to mission-critical solutions in a dynamic team environment. You will collaborate on system requirements, provide technical support, and develop high-quality software.

The role requires experience in embedded development and certifications. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and retirement options, competitive salary, and relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• Experience with requirements analysis and decomposition.
• Knowledge of microservices, containers, and orchestrators.
• Experience integrating/deploying software to hardware solutions.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on System Requirements and Software Development.
• Provide Technical Support to SBCDS Team.
• Develop Code to Meet Customer and Certification Standards.

Skills

Embedded Development

Object-oriented design

Jira

Subversion/Git

Transferable SECRET clearance

U.S. citizenship

Education

Degree in STEM

2 years of prior relevant experience

Tools

Python

Virtualization tools

Java React framework

Job description

Location

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-130 ~ 5350 C Ave NE ~ BLDG 130

Job Type

Onsite

Security Clearance Required

Secret - Active and existing security clearance required on day 1.

Job Overview

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, 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. The Integrated Secure Processing Solutions (SPS) team is looking for a Software Engineer to collaborate with high‑performance teams to create mission‑critical solutions that support Mission Systems.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on System Requirements and Software Development: Join a dynamic software team in a cross‑functional environment, contributing to the definition of system requirements and translating them into detailed software requirements, UML/SysML models, and diagrams for a large‑scale program.
• Effective Communication and Team Collaboration: Work closely with other software engineers and team members to ensure clear communication and collaboration, fostering a cohesive, solution‑focused environment across multiple disciplines.
• Provide Technical Support to SBCDS Team: Play a key role in providing direct support to the SBCDS team, answering technical questions and resolving issues promptly to keep development on track and maintain system integrity.
• Develop Code to Meet Customer and Certification Standards: Collaborate with your team to maintain, enhance, and develop software that aligns with customer requirements and meets certification standards, ensuring both functionality and compliance.
• Software Implementation in Test Environments: Take responsibility for producing high‑quality software implementations and integrating them within testing environments, ensuring the code is thoroughly tested and meets all specified requirements.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Experience with Embedded Development using object‑oriented design.
• Experience with development tool sets, for example, Jira, Subversion/Git/Version Management.
• Active and transferable SECRET clearance required prior to start date.
• 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 minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with requirements analysis and requirements decomposition.
• Experience with virtualization.
• Knowledge of microservices, containers and orchestrators.
• Knowledge and/or experience with memory‑safe applications (Ada or Rust).
• Experience with automated test environments (Python).
• Knowledge on DevSecOps and CI/CD.
• Experience in Graphical User Interfaces with Java React framework, or similar frameworks like Swing or JavaFX.
• Knowledge and experience with Data Format Description Language (DFDL).
• Experience integrating/deploying software to hardware solutions.

Benefits

• 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: 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.
• This position is eligible for relocation assistance.
• And more!

Salary Range

68,900 USD – 131,100 USD (good faith estimate based on experience).

EEO Statement

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.