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September 29, 2026
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Software Engineering Co-op (Summer/Fall 2027)

Cedar Rapids, IA
Internship
Onsite
$37K/yr - $82K/yr
Intern
RTX is an aerospace and defense company developing solutions for a safer, more connected world. The Software Engineering Co-op will contribute to software-defined tactical radio platforms, networking solutions, and cryptographic systems while gaining hands-on experience with embedded systems and modern development tools. The role involves collaborating across the software development lifecycle and supporting new software initiatives.

Responsibilities

  • Engage as a part of a team developing embedded software, networking and communication products using C/C++, Python, and Rust
  • Support project success by collaborating with others across the full software development lifecycle (requirements, design, implementation, test development, and verification)
  • Participate in new software initiatives and work as a part of a collaborative team: supporting each other and helping to make decisions that impact the overall cost, schedule, and technical performance of your team

Qualification

Required

  • The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
  • Must be pursuing Bachelor's or Advanced degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science and actively enrolled through the completion of the internship/co-op session
  • Must have a minimum of 60 hours of credit by the start of the internship / co-op session
  • Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects

Preferred

  • Active U.S. Department of Defense Clearance or the ability to obtain one
  • Some experience with C/C++, Rust, or Python programming languages
  • Some experience with Git or other version control systems
  • Familiarity with embedded software development
  • Familiarity with Linux development environments 
  • Prior RTX internship, co-op, or work experience

Benefits

  • Relocation Eligibility
  • Hired applicants may be eligible for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability.
  • Hired applicants may be eligible for a 401(k) match.
  • Hired applicants may be eligible for flexible spending accounts.
  • Hired applicants may be eligible for flexible work schedules.
  • Hired applicants may be eligible for an employee assistance program.
  • Hired applicants may be eligible for the Employee Scholar Program.
  • Hired applicants may be eligible for parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.
  • Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.
  • Gain practical embedded software development experience and mentorship opportunities to develop your professional skill sets
  • Collaborate with subject matter experts in our area and obtain hands-on experience with new and innovative technologies
  • Engage with a multidisciplinary team to develop a cross-functional skill set
  • Develop technical expertise in the software discipline and on your projects and programs
RTX operates as an aerospace and defense company as it solves the hardest problems in aerospace and defense.
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