Date Posted:
2026-05-15Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
US-CA-FULLERTON-676 ~ 1801 Hughes Dr ~ BLDG 676Position Role Type:
OnsiteU.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 RequiredSecurity Clearance Status:
Not RequiredJoin our Connected Aviation – Air Traffic Solutions – Whole Life Engineering Department (ATS-WLE) for an exciting career development opportunity as a Software Engineer and Interactive Electronic Technical Manual (IETM) development specialist. You will collaborate with a dedicated team of 50+ engineers representing several whole life engineering disciplines who support globally deployed Air Traffic Control (ATC) and related systems, including STARS, WAAS and JPALS, which provide vital safety-of-life air traffic management support for the FAA, for the DoD, and for international counterparts. Our systems enable seamless control and navigation for civil and military aviation. Take advantage of this opportunity not only to master new tools and proven design, development, integration, and test processes; but also to innovate, as we explore what is possible for our valued customer community and user base.
What You Will Do:
- You will design, develop, integrate, and test elements of a successfully deployed IETM.
- You will innovate solutions to challenging issues impacting real world IETM usage.
- You will enhance all aspects of IETM implementation, including Consumer Off the Shelf (COTS) software and Interactive Courseware (ICW).
- You will present solutions and technical details to important customer representatives and serve as a subject matter expert to support critical customer responsibilities.
- You will work on hardware in a laboratory environment to verify procedures and software.
- You will maintain documentation and oversee configuration management of source materials and changes for processes and software.
What You Will Learn:
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You will learn details of leading edge IETM development and implementation, including tools and proven processes.
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You will learn methods for IETM requirements implementation and verification.
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You will learn processes for successful document generation and delivery.
Qualifications You Must Have:
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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
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Must have prior experience in developing technical documentation, such as creating, editing, and maintaining comprehensive manuals or user guides for software applications or technical systems.
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U.S. Citizen - U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
Qualifications We Prefer:
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Experience developing and testing software in both Windows and Linux environments.
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Experience working with object-oriented technology and programming languages, preferably Java.
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Experience working with JavaScript.
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Experience utilizing ClearQuest and/or Jira as part of a comprehensive configuration management solution.
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Experience collaborating in a team environment.
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Experience providing primary communication of technical information to management, customers, and other engineering team members.
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Experience developing with XML, XSLT, and Xpath.
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Experience developing documentation, particularly instructional and procedural documentation including user documentation or maintenance instructions.
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Experience developing vector graphics or orthographic engineering drawings.
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Experience utilizing engineering drawings and schematics to build or maintain hardware systems.
What We Offer:
Some of our competitive benefits package includes:
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
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Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
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Tuition reimbursement program
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Student Loan Repayment Program
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Life insurance and disability coverage
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Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
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Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
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Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
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Adoption Assistance
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Autism Benefit
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Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
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Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
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Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
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Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
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Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
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And more!
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.
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 75,800 USD - 144,200 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.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.
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