Software Engineering Intern; Summer
Listed on 2026-09-13
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Software Development
Software Engineer
Date Posted:
Country:United States of America
Location:US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-182 ~ 1100 Cimmie Ave Ne ~ BLDG 182
Position Role Type:Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
Security Clearance Type:None/Not Required
Security Clearance Status:Not Required
Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co-ops and full-time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX.
What You will Do:The Tactical, Communications, and Maintenance Applications (TCMA) team based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa has new opportunities for individuals who want to grow their technical expertise on complex programs and be a part of an innovative and fast-paced avionics business area. Teams are composed of cross-functional engineers working in an AGILE environment focused on the design and development of software-only products. Our team focuses on creating avionics solutions for both fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft, including the integration of various radios and surveillance equipment for domestic and international military customers.
We are looking for an Summer Intern engineer, disciplined in Software Engineering to join our TCMA team in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and implementing Agile software engineering processes and activities.
- Design, implement, and evaluate software in C++, Python within the Agile framework
- Conduct multidisciplinary research and collaborate with other engineers in the planning, design, development of military technology
- Work closely with cross-functional research teams to evaluate the effectiveness of early software prototypes
- Independently perform multiple tasks given support from a mentor
- Implement requirements, detailed design, implementing software, integration, and verification in accordance with software development processes.
- Accomplish tasks based on program schedule, collaborate with teammates in order to make the best decisions
- Enjoy learning new technologies, be self-motivated and contribute to a positive work environment.
- Must be pursuing a Bachelor’s or Advanced degree in an applicable discipline and actively enrolled through completion of the internship / co-op session.
- Familiarity with design and development using languages such as C, C++, Java, Ada and Python.
- Ability to successfully contribute in collaborative, cross-domain development environments
- Problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Self-motivated, enthusiastic, works well with others
- Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with Agile software development cycle
- Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value:
Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation. - Relocation Eligible
Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market
Our Avionics team advances flight deck solutions, airborne communications, vision systems, sensors and fire protection for commercial and military customers around the world. That means we’re helping people reach their destination safely and…
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