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Principal Software Engineer A2G GPU & Graphics Systems (Onsite)

RTX


Job Location:

Cedar Rapids, IA - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 107500 - 204500
Posted: 17 September 2026 (2 days ago)
Application Deadline: 15 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Date Posted:

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-C Ave NE BLDG 131

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

At RTX the worlds largest aerospace and defense company 185000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the worlds 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 seeking a Principal Software Engineer with deep experience in GPU graphics and embedded real-time systems for the Next Generation A2G Graphics Driver software development program. You will lead architecture development and verification of Khronos-based graphics APIs (OpenGL SC Vulkan SC) and GPU driver stacks within the VxWorks RTOS. This role requires strong hardware/software systems knowledge technical leadership and experience delivering safety-critical aerospace software.

What You Will Do:

  • Lead architecture and design of graphics APIs (OpenGL SC Vulkan SC) for VxWorks-based aerospace systems.

  • Drive development of GPU drivers memory systems command pipelines and rendering flows.

  • Develop and optimize shaders (GLSL SPIR-V) for deterministic real-time operation.

  • Lead GPU subsystem integration exclusively within VxWorks environments.

  • Resolve advanced hardware/software integration issues involving timing startup sequencing synchronization and device configuration.

  • Guide DO-178 certification activities and ensure compliance.

  • Coordinate multi-disciplinary teams to deliver graphics display and compute capabilities.

  • Recommend improvements to tools processes and engineering methodologies.

  • Conduct system-level research and collaborate with hardware engineers on display architecture.

  • Analyze system requirements and user needs to define software solutions.

Qualifications You Must Have:

  • Typically requires a degree in Science Technology Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience

Qualifications We Prefer:

  • Experience implementing OpenGL SC Vulkan SC or extensions on VxWorks platforms.

  • Deep knowledge of GPU architecture shader compilers multi-core systems hypervisors and BSP development.

  • Experience with bootloader design and embedded startup flows.

  • Strong C/C and safety-critical development experience.

  • Expertise in DO-178 compliant development flows.

What We Offer

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

  • 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 insurancecritical illnessinsurance 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

  • And more!

Learn More & Apply Now!

Collins Aerospace makes modern flight possible. Of course that wouldnt 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).

Our 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 doesnt shy away from big opportunities If so we invite you to join our ranks and create the next generation of aerospace technologies.

Together 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.

Onsite: 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.

At 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.

Apply now and be part of the team thats redefining aerospace every day.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process candidates may be asked to attendselect 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.

The salary range for this role is 107500 USD - 204500 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer including but not limited to the role function and associated responsibilities a candidates work experience location education/training and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits including but not limited to medical dental vision life insurance short-term disability long-term disability 401(k) match flexible spending accounts flexible work schedules employee assistance program Employee Scholar Program parental leave paid time off and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

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. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including but not limited to individual performance business unit performance and/or the companys performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability or veteran status or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act.

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