Autonomy Software Engineer

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Location:

HIA
32:
Cedar Rapids, IA 400 Collins Rd NE, Cedar Rapids, IA,  USA Date Posted:  U.S. citizenship required; must obtain a U.S. government‑issued security clearance (Secret). Position:
Onsite – offices in Ft. Wayne, IN;
McKinney, TX;
Cedar Rapids, IA; or El Segundo, CA.

• Deploy and test software builds to real system hardware (embedded Linux).
• Integrate hardware and software elements, troubleshoot network and system configuration (IP‑stack protocols, serial, RF, GPS, Linux, routers, switches).
• Perform systems integration and debugging (bash, Python scripting, oscilloscopes, volt meters).
• Manage integration lab and network architecture.
• Provide on‑site integration support at customer and third‑party facilities.
• Travel up to 10% may be required.

• Degree in STEM and at least 2 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. government‑issued security clearance; U.S. citizenship required.
• Experience with build tools/IDEs (CMake, make, Visual Studio, VS Code, etc.).
• Experience with workflow tools (JIRA, Git, Subversion, Docker, requirements management).
• Object‑oriented programming in C++ or Java.

• Familiarity with Dev Sec Ops  tools and server management.
• Experience with containers, virtualization, simulation.
• HMI/GUI development.
• Knowledge of DoD open systems architecture and protocols (FACE, JCA, HOST, OMS, SOSA).
• Background in UAS Command and Control Systems, Autonomy Algorithms, Detect‑and‑Avoid, Guidance and Navigation, Flight Management Systems, Sensor Fusion, Weapons Systems, Human/Machine Interface, or Information Assurance.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for new hires
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching and lifetime income strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement and student‑loan repayment program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional additional coverages (pet, home and auto, life, accident, critical illness, group legal,  protection)
• Parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility and family planning services
• Adoption assistance, autism benefit, employee assistance plan (up to 10 free counseling sessions)
• Wellness incentives and rewards program
• Virtual health services (Doctor on Demand, Teladoc)
• Child and elder care services (Bright Horizons)
• Relocation assistance
• And more!

Employees working in onsite roles will work primarily onsite, including all production and maintenance staff essential to product development.

Please ensure the role type is appropriate for your needs before applying.

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

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.