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Role overview

Confidential Client is seeking an entry-level Software Engineer I to join an on-site avionics/engineering team in Cedar Rapids, IA. You'll help design, implement, and validate software for next-generation avionics and situational awareness systems. This is a full-time, on-site role that requires U.S. citizenship.

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What you’ll do

• Design, implement, and evaluate software using C++, Java and Python within an Agile framework
• Support multidisciplinary research and collaborate with engineers to plan and develop military and avionics software
• Build and test early software prototypes and work with cross-functional teams to evaluate results
• Implement requirements, detailed designs, integrate software components, and verify systems following established processes
• Independently manage multiple tasks with mentorship and deliver work according to program schedules
• Learn new technologies, contribute to a positive team environment, and support continuous improvement

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Qualifications — Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, or another STEM discipline
• Familiarity with C, C++, Java, Ada and/or Python for software design and development
• Proven ability to contribute in collaborative, cross-domain engineering environments
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and able to work well on a team
• U.S. citizenship is required for this role

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Qualifications — Preferred

• Exposure to Agile software development lifecycle and practices
• Experience with avionics, embedded, or safety-critical software (helpful but not required)

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Compensation & benefits

• Salary range: $57,200 – $108,800 USD per year (good-faith estimate across experience levels)
• Competitive benefits package may include medical, dental, vision; 401(k) with employer match; tuition reimbursement; student loan repayment; life and disability insurance; parental leave; flexible time off; employee assistance programs; relocation eligibility for qualified candidates; and other voluntary coverages.

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Location & authorization

• Work location: On-site in Cedar Rapids, IA
• U.S. citizenship is required to meet program/contract requirements
• This role may require in-person interview steps at company facilities

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About the team & impact

You’ll join a group focused on Tactical Situational Awareness and Maintenance Applications, delivering tools and systems that improve pilot awareness, operational safety, and mission effectiveness. This is an opportunity to work on complex, real-world avionics problems with experienced engineers and to grow technical skills in a fast-paced engineering environment.

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Hiring process notes

Careertakes is the third-party recruiter supporting this opportunity. Selected candidates will be employed directly by Confidential Client. Applicants may be asked to complete standard screening and in-person interview steps.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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