Date Posted:

2025-10-28

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HIA32: Cedar Rapids, IA 400 Collins Rd NE , Cedar Rapids, IA, 52498-0505 USA

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:

DoD Clearance: Secret

At Collins Aerospace, we don’t just build technology—we engineer mission success. Our Communication Systems teams design and deliver advanced embedded communication solutions that keep military forces safe, connected, and informed—anywhere in the world.

We’re seeking a Senior Software Engineer ready to make an impact. In this role, you’ll do more than write code, you’ll shape the future of secure communications. From software-defined radios to advanced networking and cryptography, your work will enable pilots and soldiers to share voice, video, and data in real time, when it matters most.

Collaborate with top-tier engineers, leverage cutting-edge technologies, and contribute directly to mission-critical operations. If you’re excited by complex challenges and systems that truly matter, we want you on our team.

Join Collins Aerospace Mission Systems and help connect the battlespace of tomorrow!

What You Will Do

YOU will design and develop cutting-edge embedded software and communication productsYOU will lead small efforts in complex, multi-threaded embedded software in C, C++ and RustYOU will drive project success by collaborating on requirements, implementation, test development, and certificationYOU will lead initiatives and help organize tasks for team membersYOU will help make decisions for your team, supporting cost, schedule and technical performanceYOU will mentor and guide software developers on technical and process challenges 

What You Will Learn

YOU will gain technical leadership experience and mentorship opportunities to develop your skillsYOU will collaborate with subject matter experts in our area, obtaining hands-on experience with new and innovative technologies YOU will engage with a multidisciplinary team to develop a cross-functional skillset YOU will become a subject matter expert on your projects and programs 

Qualifications You Must Have

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related fieldExperience in multiple phases of the software development lifecycle 2+ years of experience with embedded software development2+ years of experience in C++ or C 

Qualifications We Prefer

Proficient with Linux development environments Proficient with Git or other version control systems Knowledge of multithreading Exposure to networking and communications protocols, for example Link 16 waveform Comfortable working in Agile/Scrum environments Active U.S. Department of Defense Clearance 

What We Offer:

Some of our competitive benefits package includes: 

Medical, dental, and vision insuranceThree weeks of vacation for newly hired employeesGenerous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy optionTuition reimbursement programStudent Loan Repayment ProgramLife insurance and disability coverageOptional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protectionBirth, adoption, parental leave benefitsOvia Health, fertility, and family planningAdoption Assistance         Autism BenefitEmployee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessionsHealthy You Incentives, wellness rewards programDoctor on Demand, virtual doctor visitsBright Horizons, child and elder care servicesTeladoc Medical Experts, second opinion programEligible for relocationAnd 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. 

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 82,000 USD - 164,000 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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