Date Posted:
2025-06-19
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:
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Security Clearance:
None/Not Required
Are you ready to help shape the next generation of avionics simulation platforms? At Collins Aerospace, we're advancing the future of Military Avionics and Helicopter systems-and simulation is at the heart of how we bring innovation to life. As a Software Engineer on our Common Simulation Environment (CSE) team, you'll develop applications that mimic real-world sensor behavior to support cutting-edge development and testing of next-gen flight decks for both fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft. You'll join a collaborative, fast-paced engineering team making a real impact in aviation defense technology.
What YOU will do:
You will design, develop, and test simulation software that replicates avionics sensor behavior, enabling realistic product testing and development.
You will diagnose lab issues, conduct root cause analysis, and propose engineering solutions to ensure product reliability.
You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, management, and internal customers across Military Avionics programs.
You will support program leads with schedule and budget estimates related to simulation development tasks.
You will help drive continuous innovation and improvements across our avionics simulation environment and infrastructure.
What YOU will learn:
Gain deep exposure to military flight deck systems and advanced sensor modeling.
Enhance your development skills using modern simulation technologies and multi-language platforms (C++, Python, C#).
Work in a team that values agile principles, fast feedback loops, and collaborative problem-solving.
Qualifications YOU Must Have:
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
Proficiency with C/C++ programming
Experience scripting in Python
Qualifications WE Prefer:
Experience designing or implementing Graphical User Interfaces (GUI)
Familiarity with C# and application migration between operating systems and hardware architectures
Exposure to Agile software development (Scrum, sprints, etc.)
This is a fantastic opportunity to develop high-impact simulation tools that directly support the next generation of Collins Aerospace products. If you're passionate about aviation technology, collaborative engineering, and real-world problem solving, we encourage you to apply.
What We Offer :
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!?
Role Type: 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.
This position may be eligible for relocation assistance.
Avionics delivers advanced cockpit displays, vision systems, and comprehensive digital solutions for global government, commercial and business aviation customers. We provide connectivity and managed data services to ensure safety and seamless communication for passengers, crews, and militaries, from aircraft and airports to air traffic management. Join us in creating solutions that connect the world, one flight at a time. Start your application today.
The salary range for this role is 66,000 USD - 130,000 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.
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