Date Posted:
2026-06-04Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-124 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 124Position 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 RequiredAre 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 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.
Design the Foundation of Next-Generation Avionics by joining the growing Collins Aerospace Core Systems and Libraries team and play a key role in shaping the software foundation that powers modern aircraft. We are seeking an Associate Software Engineer who thrives on solving complex technical challenges and driving high-impact solutions across safety-critical systems.
In this entry level role, you will help create the architecture and development of core software components, libraries, and tools that enable scalable, certifiable avionics platforms. You’ll work across the full software lifecycle, partnering with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions aligned with civil and military certification standards.
This is a unique opportunity to influence system-level design, advance open architecture initiatives, and contribute to technologies that define the future of aerospace. This role is onsite, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This role may be eligible for relocation.
What You Will Do:
- You will develop the architecture and design of core software components, libraries, and tooling aligned to avionics system requirements.
- You will work with technical direction and execution across development and verification activities for safety-critical software (DO-178).
- You will develop software requirements, decomposition, and traceability across complex systems and develop and verify software using modern C++ and object-oriented design principles.
- You will develop DO-178 certification artifacts, including DAL-A deliverables.
- You will perform certification efforts, including engagement with customers and regulatory. authorities.
- You will conduct and contribute to peer reviews to ensure quality, consistency, and compliance across the lifecycle.
- You will collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, program leadership, and customers to align technical solutions with program objectives.
- You will be willing and able to travel as required (domestic and international
