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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineer - Embedded Communications (ONSITE) - **Company:** RTX - **Location:** Cedar Rapids, IA, United States - **Salary:** $68,900.0 - $131,100.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JIRA, Automation of Tests, Continuous Integration, Programming Tools, Embedded Software, Graphical User Interface, JavaFX, Python (Programming Language), Object-Oriented Software Development, Software Deployment, Software Engineering, Product Software Implementation Methods, Software Requirements Analysis, Subversion, Systems Modeling Language, Systems Integration, UML, ReactJS, Git, SC Clearance, Hardware Infrastructure, Software Version Control, Devsecops, Microservices - **Published:** May 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://globalhr.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/REC_RTX_Ext_Gateway/job/US-IA-CEDAR-RAPIDS-130--5350-C-Ave-NE--BLDG-130/Software-Engineer---Embedded-Communications--ONSITE-_01846376 ## About the Role * Experience with Embedded Development using object-oriented design * Experience with development tool sets, for example, Jira, Subversion/Git/Version Management * Active and transferable SECRET clearance is required prior to start date * U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance * 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 Qualifications We Prefer * Experience with requirements analysis and requirements decomposition * Experience with virtualization * Knowledge of microservices, containers and orchestrators * Knowledge and/or experience with memory-safe applications (Ada or Rust) * Experience with automated test environments (Python) * Knowledge on DevSecOps and CI/CD * Experience in Graphical User Interfaces with Java React framework, or similar frameworks like Swing or JavaFX * Knowledge and experience with Data Format Description Language (DFDL) * Experience integrating/deploying software to hardware solutions ## Description Collins Aerospace Integrated Secure Processing Solutions (SPS) team is looking for a Software Engineer who is passionate about collaborating with high-performance teams to create mission-critical solutions that support Mission Systems. Our Software Engineers work in an exciting, adaptive, and engaging environment, enabling rapid learning to drive success. Our software engineering teams regularly utilize a variety of skills, including requirements analysis, synthesis of new and existing architectures that meld commercial and military communication functionality, and software engineering development best practices for complex systems where the ability to execute the mission is paramount., * Collaborate on System Requirements and Software Development: Join a dynamic software team in a cross-functional environment, contributing to the definition of system requirements and translating them into detailed software requirements, UML/SysML models, and diagrams for a large-scale program * Effective Communication and Team Collaboration: Work closely with other software engineers and team members to ensure clear communication and collaboration, fostering a cohesive, solution-focused environment across multiple disciplines * Provide Technical Support to SBCDS Team: Play a key role in providing direct support to the SBCDS team, answering technical questions and resolving issues promptly to keep development on track and maintain system integrity * Develop Code to Meet Customer and Certification Standards: Collaborate with your team to maintain, enhance, and develop software that aligns with customer requirements and meets certification standards, ensuring both functionality and compliance * Software Implementation in Test Environments: Take responsibility for producing high-quality software implementations and integrating them within testing environments, ensuring the code is thoroughly tested and meets all specified requirements, *Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. 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. At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. 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