Senior Software Developer - Application Development & Support (Remote)

Date Posted:

2026-10-30



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-108 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 108



Position Role Type:

Remote



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 world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s 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.

The Enablement Center of Excellence Analytics Development team is seeking a software developer to support the design, development, enhancement, deployment, and maintenance of enterprise web-based solutions supporting supply chain operations. This position will play a key role in the continued development and expansion of a centralized platform designed to streamline business processes, enable configurable workflows, and deliver scalable solutions across the organization. As our technology landscape continues to evolve, we are seeking a candidate who can contribute to modern application development, cloud adoption, and the transition from traditional standalone applications toward reusable, integrated platform solutions. The successful candidate will be a self-starter who can work independently, lead complex development efforts, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and provide technical guidance to other developers.

Position is remote; however, if you live within a reasonable commute of a Collins site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role

What You Will Do

• Designing, developing, testing, deploying, and maintaining web-based solutions ranging from moderately complex to highly complex enterprise applications.
• Supporting the ongoing development and enhancement of a centralized platform, including reusable application components, configurable business processes, workflow automation, and system integrations.
• Leading technical development efforts, including solution design, implementation, testing, deployment, and ongoing sustainment.
• Partnering with business stakeholders to understand operational challenges, analyze requirements, and translate business needs into scalable technical solutions.
• Contributing to architectural and technical decisions to improve application performance, maintainability, security, and scalability.
• Developing and maintaining modern frontend applications, backend services, APIs, and database integrations.
• Supporting the transition of existing applications and development processes to cloud-based environments, particularly Amazon Web Services (AWS).
• Identifying opportunities to simplify and standardize development through reusable components, common frameworks, and automation.
• Investigating, evaluating, and implementing new technologies and development practices to improve the team's capabilities.
• Troubleshooting complex application issues, performing root-cause analysis, and implementing sustainable solutions.
• Participating in code reviews, technical discussions, and knowledge-sharing activities while providing mentorship and guidance to less experienced developers.
• Creating and maintaining technical documentation to support application development, deployment, and long-term sustainability.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience
• Strong experience developing and maintaining enterprise web applications.
• Demonstrated proficiency in software design, development, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Experience translating business requirements into technical designs and development tasks.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with manufacturing or supply chain, and developing/programming enterprise business process applications
• Ability to independently lead complex technical efforts from requirements gathering through implementation.
• Understanding of modern software architecture, including frontend/backend separation, RESTful APIs, and relational databases.Strong technical documentation skills.
• Knowledge of large‑scale data systems and pipelines
• Experience developing reusable enterprise platforms, modernizing legacy applications, or implementing workflow-based business solutions is highly desirable.
• Strong technical documentation skills.

The ideal candidate will bring proficiency across a variety of tools. While not all are required, broader exposure is highly preferred.

• Application Development
• C# / .NET / ASP.NET Core
• React / TypeScript / JavaScript
• RESTful API development and integration
• Entity Framework Core
• HTML / CSS
• Databases
• PostgreSQL
• Microsoft SQL Server
• Relational database design, SQL development, and query optimization
• Cloud & DevOps
• Amazon Web Services (AWS)
• Containerized application development and deployment
• Git / GitLab
• CI/CD pipelines
• Architecture & Integration
• Modern web application architecture
• Backend-for-Frontend (BFF) design patterns
• Workflow orchestration and business process automation
• Authentication, authorization, and application security
• Integration with enterprise systems and services
• Additional Desirable Technical Skills
• .NET Framework / ASP.NET MVC
• Elsa Workflows
• Apache Airflow
• Docker / Amazon ECS
• Infrastructure as Code (Terraform)
• DevExtreme React UI components
• JSON-based application configuration and dynamic form development
• Event-driven architectures and asynchronous processing
• Azure

Additional Skills We Value

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to evaluate technical alternatives and recommend effective solutions.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork aptitude, with the ability to collaborate effectively with developers, business stakeholders, and technical leadership.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to balance multiple priorities.
• Effective written and oral communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to both technical and nontechnical audiences.
• Ability to provide technical guidance, conduct code reviews, and contribute to team development standards.
• Candidates who demonstrate technical ownership, architectural judgment, a continuous improvement mindset, and the ability to help develop less experienced team members will be especially well suited for this position.

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 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 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!

The next chapter of our future as an aerospace company is here, and we are excited about what this means for our employees and customers! Get onboard the Collins Aerospace Operations team and play a part in managing our innovative products from inception to delivery. The Operations team continues to grow and aims to strengthen the connection of Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain and Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) across Collins Aerospace. In this dynamic environment, you will have the opportunity to network across our businesses and functions, all while improving the productivity, quality and efficiency of our operations worldwide.

*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.

Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). An employee may be expected to travel to the site location as needed.
*Position is remote; however, if you live within a reasonable commute of a Collins site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role.

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 that’s redefining aerospace, every day.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select 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 107,500 USD - 204,500 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 candidate’s 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 company’s 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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