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Senior Project Engineer – Military GPS Hardware Development

BAE Systems Inc. Cedar Rapids, IA

Cedar Rapids, IA

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$88k - $150k/yr Full time Senior Engineering Hardware Engineering

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Job Description

Lead hardware engineering project management for Modernized M-Code GPS receiver development in a hybrid role based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

Responsibilities

Create and maintain hardware development project plans covering schedule, cost, and risk management
Define project scope and establish measurable objectives
Provide technical leadership to Design Engineers and program teams
Develop and maintain key planning artifacts including Basis of Estimates (BOE) and the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
Build a resource requirements matrix to support execution planning
Produce and manage program status reporting and briefings for inter and external stakeholders
Support contract efforts with vendors and suppliers through technical guidance
Apply industry best practices, techniques, and standards across the full project lifecycle

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or a related engineering discipline
Engineering project management experience
Hands-on hardware development experience, including schematics, PCB layout, and mechanical design
Demonstrated ability to deliver projects within scope, budget, and timeline
Strong analytical skills plus written and verbal communication ability
Experience executing projects through the full development lifecycle
Ability to obtain a DoW Secret clearance
Ability to work on-site in Cedar Rapids, IA

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

PMP® certification or an equivalent project-management credential
Direct experience with GPS/M-Code systems
Hardware engineering experience supporting product development
5+ years of engineering project-management experience across a full product lifecycle
Experience leading multi-disciplinary hardware teams (leadership of 5+ engineers)

Who You Are

Organized and able to manage multiple component tasks and assignments
Excellent written and verbal communication, with strong interpersonal skills across customers, peers, management, and suppliers
Results-oriented with the flexibility to adjust priorities to meet critical milestones
Actively identifies ways to improve execution speed and effectiveness
Able to influence cross-functional teams and build consensus among diverse stakeholders

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Health savings accounts
401(k) savings plan
Disability coverage
Life and accident insurance
Employee assistance program
Legal plan
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Paid parental, military, bereavement, and applicable federal and state sick leave
Employee recognition program with monetary or non-monetary awards
Discounts (home, auto, pet insurance)

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $88,189 - $149,922 per year

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21d ago

Principal Software Engineer

Collins Aerospace Cedar Rapids, IA

Cedar Rapids, IA

21d ago

$108k - $205k/yr Full time Data Security Embedded Software Embedded System

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Job Description

Collins Aerospace (Mission Systems) is seeking a Principal Software Engineer in Cedar Rapids, IA to support the development of advanced software solutions for mission-critical applications. This onsite role focuses on building reliable, secure software and enabling software and hardware integration for demanding customer environments.

The position requires U.S. citizenship and an active DoD Secret security clearance after day 1, along with experience across embedded C/C++ and complex, multi-threaded product code bases.

Role overview

Contribute to the development of advanced software solutions supporting mission-critical applications.
Work on complex technical challenges that require high reliability, security, and performance.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware, FPGA, and systems engineering, to integrate innovative technologies across a wide range of product lines.
Enable secure communications, data exchange, and other critical capabilities for customers operating in demanding environments.
Participate in key decision making to support successful application development across multiple product lines.
Support requirements definition, software design and architecture, implementation, software/hardware integration, and requirement verification.

Required qualifications

Software development and integration experience with embedded C and C++ product software.
Experience with complex multi-threaded product software code bases.
Experience applying standard full lifecycle software development practices and configuration management tools.
Knowledge and/or experience in embedded security software development and integration.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance.
Typically requires a STEM degree (or advanced degree in a related field) and minimum experience: 8 years prior relevant experience (or 5 years with an Advanced Degree).

Preferred qualifications

Cost account management.
Experience serving as a Product Owner in an Agile development environment.
Experience in Rust development.
Comfortable working in a Linux development environment.
Ability to mentor engineers on software development skills and practices.
Desire to collaborate effectively in a team setting, building relationships in person and through technology; experience working on an Agile team is desirable.
Track record of producing strong results while keeping milestones on schedule and driving process efficiency improvements.
Experience leading teams and running projects through the full software lifecycle.
Proficiency in scripting languages such as python.

Technologies

C, C++, embedded C
Rust, Linux
Python, Agile

Security clearance requirements

U.S. citizenship is required, since only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
DoD Clearance: Secret.
Active and existing security clearance required after day 1.

Onsite details and compensation

Location: Cedar Rapids, IA (onsite)
Salary: USD 107,500 - 204,500 per year
Role type: Onsite, working primarily onsite

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan with 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 including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, and 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
Eligible for relocation
Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs
Additional benefits may include flexible work schedules, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, and holidays

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1mo ago

Data Engineer

Emergent Software Cedar Rapids, IA

Cedar Rapids, IA

1mo ago Closed

$100k - $120k/yr Full time Analytics Apache Airflow Business Intelligence

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Sep 18, 2026).

Job Description

Hybrid work in Cedar Rapids, IA with an opportunity to build reliable data infrastructure that supports reporting, analytics, and business decision-making. Emergent Software is hiring a Data Engineer to design and maintain scalable ETL/ELT pipelines, improve data quality, and deliver dependable datasets for operational and strategic insights. Salary range: $100,000 to $120,000 per year.

What You’ll Do

Design, develop, and maintain ETL/ELT pipelines for enterprise reporting and analytics.
Integrate data from ERP, manufacturing, and business systems into centralized data platforms.
Build and manage scalable data workflows across extraction, transformation, and loading.
Develop and maintain data models, testing frameworks, and technical documentation.
Monitor pipeline performance and troubleshoot issues related to data quality, schema, and workflow.
Partner with business stakeholders to understand data requirements and deliver scalable solutions.
Automate manual processes to improve data delivery efficiency.
Ensure accuracy, consistency, security, and reliability of data across systems.
Stay current with emerging data engineering technologies and best practices.

What You Bring

Strong experience building and supporting production data pipelines.
Proficiency in SQL and Python.
Experience working with structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Tools You May Use

SQL, Python, Prefect, Apache Airflow, dbt
MongoDB, Redis, Microsoft SQL Server, Docker

Nice to Have

Experience in manufacturing, ERP, or operational data environments.
Workflow orchestration experience with Prefect or Apache Airflow.
Experience with CDC or incremental data processing strategies.
Familiarity with dbt, MongoDB, Redis, Microsoft SQL Server, and Docker.
Knowledge of modern data architecture and cloud analytics platforms.

Our Vetted Process

Application (5 minutes)
Online Assessment (40 minutes)
Initial Video Interview (30-45 minutes)
Client Phone Interview (30 minutes)
Client On-site interview (60 minutes)
Job Offer!

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1mo ago

Lead Data Engineer

Fiberutilities Group Cedar Rapids, IA

Cedar Rapids, IA

1mo ago Closed

Full time Azure Data Factory Azure Sql Data Analysis

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Sep 4, 2026).

Job Description

Fiberutilities Group (FG) is hiring a Lead Data Engineer for a hybrid role in Cedar Rapids, IA, owning the design and evolution of the company’s data integration ecosystem.

Responsibilities

Own end-to-end architecture and design for FG data integrations
Design, implement, and maintain ETL/ELT pipelines to ingest, transform, and load external data into Azure SQL
Define and enforce data modeling standards, including schemas and data contracts for external data domains
Implement and maintain data quality frameworks
Use ML and advanced methods to improve data cleansing, matching, and enrichment
Establish engineering best practices, including coding standards and review processes for data engineering work

Requirements

7+ years of data architecture and engineering experience
Strong experience designing and building ETL/ELT pipelines in an Azure-centric environment
2+ years of senior or leadership experience
Bachelor’s degree preferred (or equivalent experience)

Technologies

Azure SQL
ETL
ELT
ML

Location

Hybrid remote in Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
Ability to commute to Cedar Rapids, IA 52401 (Required)

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off
401K plan with company match
Life insurance
Eligible for annual bonus
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
Retirement plan
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Vision insurance

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1mo ago

Automation Engineer

Mestek Machinery Cedar Rapids, IA

Cedar Rapids, IA

1mo ago Closed

$80k - $110k/yr Full time Electrical Engineering Allen-Bradley Automation

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Aug 27, 2026).

Job Description

Automation Engineer responsible for designing, developing, and managing on-site automation and electrical control systems for Mestek Machinery's HVAC duct fabrication equipment, with PLC programming, design verification, and cross-disciplinary collaboration.

Responsibilities

Ensure safe operation, design, and debugging of process and automation control systems.
Identify and recommend suitable vendors.
Develop master plans, automation strategy, and software configuration.
Diagnose and resolve complex issues across systems.
Collaborate with the Engineering Manager to establish and enforce design standards, change control, and documentation for electrical engineering activities.
Develop and debug PLC code for multiple stations.
Create device drivers.
Develop and program human-machine interface devices.
Design interface circuitry.
Assess power and load requirements and constraints.
Design logic systems for sequencing and timing control.
Create diagrams for cable connections.
Develop processes and controls for design verification.
Develop quality testing procedures and tooling.
Demonstrate ownership and accountability for projects.
Identify performance issues on new or existing equipment, perform root cause analysis, and propose solutions.
Participate in brainstorming and design reviews, offering constructive critique of designs.
Collaborate effectively in multi-disciplinary teams including mechanical, electrical, software, and controls.
Conduct or assist with equipment and material test studies.
Perform other related duties as required.

Requirements

BSEE or BSME with 3 to 5+ years of industrial automation experience.
Familiarity with current technology and applicable electrical codes (UL, CSA, CE).
Experience with major PLC platforms and control devices such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, and B&R.
Understanding of electromechanical relationships within an automation system.
Willingness to contribute to engineering procedure improvements.
Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Strong technical skills plus communication, analytical, and interpersonal abilities.
Solid understanding of code compliance requirements and industry standards.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and in a collaborative team environment.
Experience with machine shops is a plus (welding, milling, turning, sheet metal).
Knowledge and experience with 3D CAD software; Autodesk Inventor preferred, SolidWorks or similar.

Technologies

AB (Allen-Bradley) PLC
Siemens PLC
B&R PLC
MMI devices
Autodesk Inventor
SolidWorks
MS Office

Compensation

Salary: USD 80,000 - 110,000 per year.

Wage Range

Exempt wage range: USD 80,000 - 90,000, depending on experience and education.

Benefits

401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Vision insurance

Physical Demands

Regularly stand; frequently walk, use hands to handle, reach with arms, and communicate verbally.
Occasionally sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Occasional lifting or moving up to 50 pounds.
Vision requirements include close, distance, peripheral, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts with a moderate noise level typical of the shop floor.

Core Hours

Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 4:30 pm onsite, with potential flexibility.

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2mo ago

Senior Software Engineer - Embedded Communications

Collins Aerospace Cedar Rapids, IA

Cedar Rapids, IA

2mo ago Closed

$87k - $165k/yr Full time Senior Ada Language Collaboration

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Aug 15, 2026).

Job Description

Collins Aerospace SPS seeks a Senior Software Engineer - Embedded Communications in Cedar Rapids, IA (onsite) with a salary range of USD 86,800 - 165,200 per year.

Responsibilities

Collaborate within a dynamic cross-functional software team to translate System Requirements into Software Requirements and UML/SysML models for a large-scale program.
Mentor and guide junior engineers and interns alongside Senior and Principal Software Engineers, fostering professional growth.
Provide direct technical support to stakeholders, addressing questions, troubleshooting issues, and delivering solutions to ensure smooth project execution and customer satisfaction.
Coordinate with team members across domains to maintain and enhance software design and code, aligning with customer requirements and certification standards.
Own the creation of high-quality software builds in an integrated test environment, ensuring performance and reliability through thorough testing and validation.

Requirements

Experience with Embedded Development using object oriented design.
Experience with development toolsets such as Jira, Subversion or Git, and version management processes.
Active and transferable SECRET clearance required prior to start date; U.S. citizenship is required for security clearance eligibility.
Education: a STEM degree with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field with a minimum of 3 years of experience.

Technologies

Jira
Subversion
Git
Version Management
Ada
Rust
Python
Java
React
Swing
JavaFX
DFDL

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for new hires
Generous 401(k) plan with 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 such as pet, home and auto, additional life and accident, critical illness, group legal, and ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits
Ovia Health for fertility and family planning
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Plan with up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You wellness incentives
Doctor on Demand for virtual visits
Bright Horizons child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts for second opinions
Relocation assistance may be provided

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2mo ago

Mechanical Engineer

PMX Industries Inc. Cedar Rapids, IA

Cedar Rapids, IA

2mo ago Closed

Full time AutoCAD Design Engineering Engineering

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Jul 31, 2026).

Job Description

PMX Industries Inc. invites applications for a Mechanical Engineer to strengthen equipment reliability, drive process improvements, manage capital projects, and foster continuous improvement within a heavy industrial manufacturing setting at the Cedar Rapids, IA campus (onsite).

Responsibilities

Design and implement mechanical systems and equipment upgrades to support manufacturing operations.
Assess equipment performance to identify opportunities for increased reliability, productivity, safety, and efficiency.
Lead and assist capital improvement initiatives from concept through installation and commissioning.
Troubleshoot mechanical equipment failures and collaborate with maintenance and production teams to determine root causes and corrective actions.
Develop engineering specifications, equipment standards, and maintenance recommendations.
Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and internal stakeholders on equipment purchases, installations, and upgrades.
Prepare project scopes, cost estimates, schedules, and technical documentation.
Support preventive and predictive maintenance programs to maximize equipment uptime.
Apply engineering principles and analytical methods to optimize manufacturing processes.
Ensure compliance with all safety policies, environmental regulations, and engineering standards.
Participate in continuous improvement efforts aimed at quality, cost reduction, productivity, and operational excellence.
Provide technical support and training to maintenance and operations personnel as needed.
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline is required.
Five to ten years of engineering experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Experience supporting heavy manufacturing, metals, mining, chemical processing, paper, food processing, or similar operations is preferred.
Professional Engineer (PE) certification is a plus but not required.
Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, pumps, gearboxes, bearings, conveyors, and rotating equipment.
Experience managing capital projects and equipment installations.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical specifications.
Working knowledge of CAD software and engineering design principles.
Solid analytical and troubleshooting skills for resolving complex mechanical issues.
Excellent communication and project management capabilities.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and standard engineering software applications.
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Proficiency in English for all business and job-related communications.

Technologies

CAD software
Microsoft Office

Benefits

Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits package
Career development opportunities
Stability of a leading manufacturer serving customers worldwide

Physical Requirements

Frequent sitting, standing, walking, speaking, hearing, reading, and computer use.
Occasional climbing, bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, and lifting within established safety guidelines.
Ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments.
Exposure to industrial noise, heat, moving equipment, and production processes while adhering to safety requirements.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) in manufacturing areas.