Software Engineer
Company: PDS Tech Commercial
Location: Cedar Rapids
Posted on: January 28, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Lead the AI Driving the Future
of Avionics Senior Software Engineer – Computer Vision & AI PDS
Tech Commercial | Partnering with a Global Aerospace Leader
Location: Cedar Rapids, IA Schedule: Monday–Friday | 1st Shift:
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Job Type: Full-Time Consultant (6 Months) Pay
Rate: 80.93 per hour This position requires use of information or
access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms
Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR).
These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1)
to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent
residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and
asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an
export license. Transform Avionics Through Intelligent Software PDS
Tech Commercial is partnering with an industry-leading aerospace
organization to support its Avionics Common Development Environment
(ACDE) team—a group at the forefront of digital transformation
across avionics programs. As a Senior Software Engineer, you will
serve as the subject matter expert for computer vision and
artificial intelligence, leading the design, deployment, and
evolution of advanced automation tools used across the enterprise.
Your work will directly enable safer, smarter, and more efficient
avionics systems. What You’ll Do Day to Day Serve as the technical
focal point for architecture, design, and implementation of
computer vision capabilities Lead the development of new features
and enhancements for enterprise-wide computer vision products
Optimize and maintain existing software capabilities for
performance and scalability Establish and own sandbox environments
for technology incubation and experimentation Lead and support a
Scrum team of software engineers Collaborate across engineering
teams, departments, and stakeholders to enable rapid technology
adoption Mentor, train, and onboard engineers to ensure long-term
capability growth Apply DevSecOps and Cert DevOps practices across
the full software lifecycle, including certification phases
Communicate effectively with peers, leadership, and customers to
provide technical clarity and progress updates Manage competing
priorities, unplanned events, and evolving technical challenges
with confidence Required Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree
in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) with 8
years of relevant experience OR Advanced degree with 5 years of
relevant experience OR In lieu of a degree, 12 years of relevant
software engineering experience Required Qualifications Hands-on
experience across all phases of the software engineering lifecycle,
including certification Strong background in computer vision
principles and AI/ML applications Experience with DevSecOps and
Cert DevOps practices Proficiency with tools and technologies
including: GitLab, Git, CMake, MinGW LynxOS, Coverity, Artifactory,
Docker Vista, CoreSim Experience with Python and scripting
languages Experience with AI training frameworks Experience
developing APIs and servers using Flask and FastAPI Strong
understanding of Agile development methodologies and best practices
Preferred Qualifications Prior experience supporting avionics or
safety-critical systems Experience leading technical teams or Scrum
teams Strong system-level thinking and cross-functional
collaboration skills Why Join PDS Tech Commercial? At PDS Tech
Commercial, we connect top-tier engineering talent with high-impact
opportunities at the leading edge of aerospace innovation. You’ll
work on enterprise-level avionics platforms, collaborate with
experts across disciplines, and influence the future of flight
technology. We offer competitive compensation, meaningful technical
challenges, and the support of a trusted staffing partner invested
in your success. Ready to Shape the Next Generation of Avionics? If
you’re passionate about AI, computer vision, and building software
that matters in mission-critical environments, we want to hear from
you. Apply today and help redefine what’s possible in aerospace
software engineering. Pay Details: 80.93 per hour Benefit offerings
available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life
insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits,
EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit
offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of
coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our
associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave
or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law,
as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Equal Opportunity
Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to
apply To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which
explains how we will use your information, please navigate to
https://www.pdstech.com/candidate -privacy The Company will
consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in
accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security
clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California
Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles
County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair
Chance Ordinance Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in
Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a
condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who
violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil
liability.
Keywords: PDS Tech Commercial, Cedar Rapids , Software Engineer, IT / Software / Systems , Cedar Rapids, Iowa
