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A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62\n\nSecurity Clearance Type:\nNone/Not Required\n\nSecurity Clearance Status:\nNot RequiredAt RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.\nCollins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.\nWe are seeking a Software Engineer to join our Avionics Software Tools Team in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. In this role, you will contribute to the development of tools and technologies that support avionics systems across a range of aircraft programs. You will work with a team of engineers to create solutions that enable avionics test platforms, system integration facilities, and DO-330 qualified tools. This position offers the opportunity to gain experience across the breadth of avionics products and contribute to their development and testing.\nWhat You Will Do:\nDevelop, enhance, and maintain software tools used for avionics systems and simulations.\nCollaborate with software and systems engineers to support avionics development teams across various aircraft programs.\nCreate and maintain tools for desktop and cloud-based avionics environments, test stands, and flight deck system integration facilities.\nDevelop and test software using programming languages such as C, C++, C#, Python, and Java.\nOperate and utilize software on Linux and Windows 11 platforms.\nTroubleshoot and resolve software-related issues to ensure functionality and reliability.\nContribute to the design and implementation of solutions for automated testing and continuous integration.\nSupport the development of DO-330 qualified tools for avionics configuration and verification.\nQualifications You Must Have:\nTypically 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.\nExperience with one or more programming languages, such as C, C++, C#, Python, or Java.\nExperience working in both Linux and Microsoft Windows 11 environments.\n\nQualifications We Prefer:\nExperience using software configuration management and DevOps tools such as Git, GitMR, Artifactory, Jama, Grafana, and Docker in cross-platform environments.\nFamiliarity with automated testing of software, including unit tests, functional testing, and high-level testing.\nExperience developing tools and infrastructures that support automated builds and continuous integration using languages such as C/C++, Python, Java, and Robot Framework.\nAbility to identify problems, evaluate options, and develop effective solutions.\nAbility to work in a team and make sound ethical decisions that drive results.\nWhat We Offer:\nBenefits:\nSome of our competitive benefits package includes:\nMedical, dental, and vision insurance \nThree weeks of vacation for newly hired employees \nGenerous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option \nTuition reimbursement program \nStudent Loan Repayment Program \nLife insurance and disability coverage \nOptional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection \nBirth, adoption, parental leave benefits \nCarrot Health to hormonal health, fertility, and family building\nAdoption Assistance \nAutism Benefit \nEmployee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions \nHealthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program \nDoctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits \nBright Horizons, child and elder care services \nTeladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program \nAnd more! \nThis role is eligible for relocation.\nLearn More & Apply Now!\nCollins Aerospace makes modern flight possible. Of course, that wouldn’t be possible without the capabilities and technologies of our organization, as well as our engineers - a highly skilled, accomplished network that spans more than 180 sites, 24 countries and 6 Strategic Business Units (SBUs).\nOur industry-leading experts are setting the standards for the aerospace industry and paving the way for the future. But as new challenges present themselves, we need fresh, creative and motivated minds to overcome these hurdles, help us break barriers and achieve new levels of innovation. Do you have what it takes to join a global organization that doesn’t shy away from big opportunities? If so, we invite you to join our ranks and create the next generation of aerospace technologies.\nTogether, we will nurture an engineering culture that values intellectual curiosity, risk takers and integrity. A place where we will challenge ourselves, our teams, and the status quo and where we will work to find a way - the right way - to achieve what others can only dream of.\nOnsite: 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.\nAt Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form - with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.\nApply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.\nAs part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.\nThe salary range for this role is 68,900 USD - 131,100 USD. 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