About the role#
This is a full-time Software Engineering Co-op position based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The role spans the Winter and Summer 2027 terms. You will work on-site and contribute to flight-critical embedded software projects within the aviation and aerospace component manufacturing industry. Please note that U.S. citizenship is required for this position.
What you'll do#
- Design, develop, and maintain 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, and develop test procedures.
- Perform verification activities and produce certification-ready artifacts.
What you'll need#
- Strong development experience using C and C++.
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Advanced degree program in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics.
- Completion of at least 60 credit hours by the start of the co-op session.
- Ability to remain actively enrolled through the completion of the program.
- Strong collaboration skills for working 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, United States.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time, paid position.
- Sponsorship: Not provided.
About RTX
RTX operates in the aviation and aerospace component manufacturing industry. The organization consists of three primary businesses: Collins Aerospace, Pratt and Whitney, and Raytheon. It produces advanced sensors, aircraft engines, and defense systems for the aerospace and defense sectors. The company is based in Arlington, Virginia and employs over 10,000 people.
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