Agile Software Development Sr. Engineer P3 (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) match

Flexible work schedules

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

RTX's Pratt & Whitney unit in East Hartford, CT is seeking a software engineer who will develop software requirements and designs within an Agile framework and verify software through regression analysis, test descriptions, and robustness testing. The role may evolve to serve as an Agile Scrum Master or be part of the development team.

This US-based position emphasizes safety-critical software and DO-178B knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM).
• 5 years of engineering experience or 3 years with an advanced degree.
• Prior experience developing software in an Agile framework.
• Prior safety critical software development experience.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards such as DO178B.

Responsibilities

• Develop software requirements and designs within the Agile Framework and decompose system and customer requirements into software requirements and designs.
• Perform software verification within the Agile Framework including regression analysis and test development with traceability.
• Potential to serve as Agile Scrum Master and/or part of the Development Team.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)

Job description

What you Will Do:

• Develop software requirements and designs within the Agile Framework: Decompose system level and customer interface requirements into software requirements and designs Document traceability or rationale for derived requirements and designs Conduct iterative prototype testing of requirements and designs Perform reviews of requirements and designs Participate in software planning, estimating and tracking Produce software requirement and design specifications
• Perform software verification within the Agile Framework: Conduct regression analysis to determine verification scope Develop / review software test descriptions with traceability to software requirements Develop and execute electronic bench test scripts Evaluate / review test results Execute robustness testing Execute low-level module/object testing Conduct Verification Reviews Produce Verification Reports Participate in Agile ceremonies Participate in software planning, estimating and tracking per Agile framework
• Potential to serve as Agile Scrum Master and/or part of the Development Team

What You Will Learn: As a member of a dynamic engineering organization, this position offers the candidate an excellent opportunity to apply multidisciplinary engineering and leadership skills in the development and support of complex engine control and diagnostic systems and software.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)
• 5 years of engineering experience or 3 years with an advanced degree

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Controls Systems development and support
• Solid track record of achieving results in a technical role
• Ability to work in a dynamic, high pressure engineering environment
• Prior experience developing software in an Agile framework
• Prior safety critical software development experience
• Knowledge of regulatory standards such as DO178B
• Outstanding cross discipline communication skills
• Familiarity with jet engine control and diagnostic system architectures and control logic design

What We Offer:

• 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
• holidays
• annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs

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.

Privacy Policy and Terms: RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses - Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity.

Location: US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-ETC ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG ETC

Date Posted: 2026-09-09

Country: United States of America

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

At RTX, the world 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. Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD.