Software Engineer 1 - Core Systems & Libraries (Onsite)
About The Position
Design the Foundation of Next-Generation Avionics by joining the growing Collins Aerospace Core Systems and Libraries team and play a key role in shaping the software foundation that powers modern aircraft. We are seeking an Associate Software Engineer who thrives on solving complex technical challenges and driving high-impact solutions across safety-critical systems. In this entry level role, you will help create the architecture and development of core software components, libraries, and tools that enable scalable, certifiable avionics platforms. You’ll work across the full software lifecycle, partnering with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions aligned with civil and military certification standards. This is a unique opportunity to influence system-level design, advance open architecture initiatives, and contribute to technologies that define the future of aerospace. This role is onsite, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This role may be eligible for relocation.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) obtained prior to start.
- U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
- Experience with C++.
- Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects.
Nice To Haves
- A degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science or similar.
- Experience writing High-Level and Low-Level Requirements.
- Experience writing Test Cases and Automated Test Procedures.
- Experience with Civil Certification DO-178 – DAL A preferred.
- Experience with design and development of Flight Management Systems, Software, Aircraft Applications or Middleware.
- Familiar with revision control concepts and tools (e.g. GIT, Subversion, JIRA).
Responsibilities
- Develop the architecture and design of core software components, libraries, and tooling aligned to avionics system requirements.
- Work with technical direction and execution across development and verification activities for safety-critical software (DO-178).
- Develop software requirements, decomposition, and traceability across complex systems.
- Develop and verify software using modern C++ and object-oriented design principles.
- Develop DO-178 certification artifacts, including DAL-A deliverables.
- Perform certification efforts, including engagement with customers and regulatory authorities.
- Conduct and contribute to peer reviews to ensure quality, consistency, and compliance across the lifecycle.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, program leadership, and customers to align technical solutions with program objectives.
- Willing and able to travel as required (domestic and international <10%).
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
- Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
- Adoption Assistance
- Autism Benefit
- Employee Assistance Program, 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
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
