Senior Engineer, Software Engineering (Onsite)

Senior Software Engineer

The Tactical Situational Awareness (TSA) group in the Tactical, Communications, and Maintenance Applications (TCMA) department is seeking a highly motivated Senior Software Engineer to join our team focused on innovation and the development of cutting-edge products. In this role, you will leverage your expertise in software design, development, and integration to advance next-generation avionics systems that enhance pilot awareness and operational safety. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver innovative solutions that enable precise decision-making in complex environments. This position is onsite in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

What You Will Do:

• Design, develop, test, and integrate software solutions for Tactical Situational Awareness systems in avionics.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including systems engineers, hardware engineers, and product managers, to define software requirements and deliver high-quality solutions.
• Focus on innovation by contributing to new product development efforts, exploring emerging technologies, and creating prototypes for future avionics systems.
• Develop algorithms and models for real-time data fusion, visualization, and decision-support systems.
• Ensure software meets safety-critical requirements and complies with industry standards such as DO-178C.
• Conduct performance analysis and optimization to meet system-level goals for reliability, latency, and efficiency.
• Participate in Agile development processes, including sprint planning, code reviews, and continuous integration/delivery pipelines.
• Stay current with advancements in avionics, artificial intelligence, and related technologies to drive innovation.

What You Will Learn:

• The opportunity to work on next-generation avionics systems that directly impact the safety and efficiency of global aviation.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment that encourages creativity and professional growth.
• Access to RTX's world-class resources, training, and career development programs.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience.
• 5 years of experience in software development using languages such as Ada, Java, C++, Python, or Java.
• Experience in both embedded systems and hosted application software development.
• Experience with real-time, multi-threaded embedded systems applications development is highly desired especially with LynxOS and PowerPC architectures.
• Experience working with Tortoise SVN, DOORS, Eclipse, and Atlassian tools (JIRA, JAMA, Bamboo, and Confluence).
• Experience with data processing, sensor integration, and human-machine interface design.
• Experience with Agile development methodologies and tools (e.g., JIRA, Git, Jenkins).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with ARINC-661 and CORBA, MIL-STD-1553 systems and Ethernet protocols.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent verbal/written communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience in identifying, communicating and mitigating risks.
• Demonstrated capability in fast-paced, dynamic, creative work environment.
• Self-motivated, enthusiastic, works well with others.
• Experience with DO-178C or other safety-critical software development standards.
• Background in machine learning, artificial intelligence, or advanced data analytics.
• Hands-on experience with avionics systems, including flight displays, navigation systems, or communication protocols.
• Familiarity with innovation processes, such as prototyping, patent writing, or technology scouting.
• Parametric estimating and bidding experience.
• Project planning and Earned Value management experience.

What We Offer:

Benefits

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• 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 you can buy 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
• And more!

This role may be eligible for relocation.

Apply now and be part of the team that's redefining aerospace, every day.