Software Engineer I - Next Gen Systems
RTX· Defense· Oct 14, 2026 · 14d ago
Cedar Rapids, IA
In office
Full-time
Mid
$115K–$166K est.
Job description
Date Posted:
2026-10-14 Country:
United States of America Location:
US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-112 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 112 Position Role Type:
Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
The company will offer immigration sponsorship for this position, if needed. The company will not seek an export authorization for this role. 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.
What You Will Do:
As part of the team, you will work alongside experienced engineers to help define high-level system behavior, decompose requirements, support avionics architecture development, and contribute to system verification activities. This is a strong fit for those who enjoy solving technical problems, learning complex systems, and collaborating across software, systems, and test disciplines.
Collaborate with a cross-functional team of systems, software, integration, and test engineers to develop and deliver avionics system solutions.
Support development, analysis, and refinement of system requirements and interfaces.
Contribute to verification planning and test development to ensure implementations satisfy system requirements.
Participate in technical reviews of requirements, design artifacts, and test procedures, while incorporating feedback into your own work.
Assist with system integration, troubleshooting, and issue resolution in lab and development environments.
Communicate technical status, issues, and proposed solutions clearly to team members and mentors.
What You Will Learn:
How avionics systems are developed across the full engineering lifecycle, from concept and requirements through integration and verification.
How to work with system requirements, architecture artifacts, and verification methods used on real aerospace programs.
How to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary engineering environment with mentorship from a dedicated technical “copilot” and other experienced team members.
How to apply structured problem solving, technical communication, and engineering rigor in a safety-critical domain.
Qualifications You Must Have:
A degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related STEM discipline obtained by start date.
Qualifications We Prefer:
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain technical ideas, assumptions, and issues.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn complex technical systems.
Ability to take ownership of assigned work, follow through on commitments, and deliver quality results.
Coursework or project experience related to systems engineering, embedded systems, software development, aerospace, or controls.
Exposure to requirements development, verification, testing, or model-based engineering concepts.
Experience with one or more of the following tools/languages is a plus: Python, MATLAB/Simulink, Cameo, or similar engineering tools.
Experience working on team-based technical projects, including design reviews, troubleshooting, or test execution.
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
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Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for 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.
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 57,200 USD - 108,800 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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