Software Engineering Co-op Cedar Rapids, IA

Explore aerospace and defense work with RTX. Internships, co-ops and full-time roles at RTX offer a strong foundation for tackling complex problems, building your skills and helping create a safer, more connected world.

What You Will Do

This is a full-time, Monday through Friday co-op running May/June through December, including the Fall semester. Students are expected to take a semester off from coursework to fully take part in this working mentorship.

• Design, develop and maintain flight-critical embedded software for next-generation aviation and mission solutions
• Work hands-on with embedded Linux, C/C++, networking protocols, device drivers, hardware interfaces and simulation environments
• Build high-integrity systems that meet strict safety, reliability and airworthiness standards
• Define requirements, implement features, develop test procedures, perform verification and produce certification-ready artifacts

What You Will Learn

• Cutting-edge processing and computing technologies used across the avionics industry
• The full software lifecycle, from requirements and architecture through development, verification and certification
• Proven engineering processes built to deliver high-quality, safety-critical software

Preferred Qualifications

• Clear and effective written and verbal communication
• Collaboration skills for working across engineering teams on design and implementation

What We Offer

RTX values Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration and Innovation. Relocation eligibility is available.

Hired applicants may be eligible for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, an employee assistance program, the Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off and holidays. Benefits depend on the business unit and whether the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may also be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation. These payments are not guaranteed and depend on individual, business unit and company performance.

The candidate may be asked to attend some interview steps in person at an RTX office, whether the role is on-site, hybrid or remote. The application window is expected to close about 40 days after posting, though it may be shortened or extended.