About the role#
This is a full-time Software Engineering Co-op position based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. You will work on-site from January through August 2027, requiring a commitment that may involve taking a semester off from your coursework. This role requires U.S. citizenship to access program information.
What you'll do#
- Design, develop, and maintain flight-critical embedded software for aviation and mission solutions.
- Work with embedded Linux, C/C++, networking protocols, device drivers, hardware interfaces, and simulation environments.
- Build high-integrity systems that meet safety, reliability, and airworthiness standards.
- Define requirements, implement features, develop test procedures, and perform verification activities to produce certification-ready artifacts.
What you'll need#
- Pursuit of a Bachelor’s or Advanced degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics.
- Active enrollment through the end of the co-op session.
- A minimum of 60 credit hours completed by the start date.
- Strong development experience using C and C++.
- Ability to collaborate effectively across engineering teams.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills.
- Preference is given to candidates with prior RTX internship, co-op, or work experience.
Location & details#
- Location: Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
- Term: Winter 2027 through Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time and paid.
About Raytheon Technologies
Raytheon Technologies operates within the aviation and aerospace component manufacturing industry. The company functions as a public organization with a workforce exceeding 10,000 employees. It focuses on scientific research and complex problem solving. The entity currently operates under the name RTX.
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