Senior Software Engineer - A2G GPU & Graphics Systems (Onsite)

RTX•Cedar Rapids, IA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

At 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. Collins 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. We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer with strong experience in GPU, graphics, and low-level embedded software for the Next Generation A2G Graphics Driver software development program. You will architect, implement, and test Khronos-based graphics APIs (OpenGL SC, Vulkan SC) and GPU drivers within the VxWorks real-time operating system. This role supports safety-critical aerospace platforms and requires strong systems-level thinking, hardware interaction, and high-reliability software development.

Requirements

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Nice To Haves

Experience implementing OpenGL SC or Vulkan SC on embedded VxWorks platforms.
Background in GPU architecture, shader compilers, memory management, or command processors.
Experience with BSP bring-up or hardware abstraction layer development.
Strong C/C++, static analysis tools, and safe coding practices.
Knowledge of aerospace communication buses and safety-critical design.
Experience contributing to DO-178 certification activities.

Responsibilities

Design and implement graphics APIs (OpenGL SC, Vulkan SC) for embedded aerospace systems running VxWorks.
Develop GPU drivers, command pipelines, memory management systems, and rendering flows.
Write and optimize shaders (GLSL, SPIR-V) for deterministic, real-time performance.
Integrate GPU subsystems exclusively into the VxWorks RTOS environment.
Perform hardware/software bring-up, debugging timing issues, startup sequencing, and synchronization problems.
Support DO-178 certification processes, documentation, and traceability.
Collaborate with systems, hardware, and display teams to deliver integrated graphics capabilities.
Communicate risks, progress, and technical decisions clearly to engineering leadership.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Carrot Health to hormonal health, fertility, and family building
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program