Embedded Software Developer I (Onsite)

RTX; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) match

Flexible work schedules

Paid time off

Job summary

RTX is seeking a software engineer for the Space and RF Sensors Software team in the United States. You will design, code, integrate, and test real‑time embedded software for radar, sensing, and fire‑control systems, advancing next‑gen defense capabilities.

Join a highly collaborative team; work across the software lifecycle with multidisciplinary experts. A DoD Secret security clearance is required, and U.S. citizenship is mandatory for this U.S.-based role. Onsite work is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM from an accredited institution, with degree obtained by start date.
• Experience developing, and testing or debugging software using C, C++, or similar object‑oriented language.
• Real time embedded software development experience; familiarity with Python scripting.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills; able to work in a team development environment.

Responsibilities

• Work on complex technical problems and collaborate to provide innovative solutions.
• Investigate issues and develop resolutions.
• Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle, including SW/HW integration.
• Assist in deriving system and software requirements, architecture, and analysis.
• Design, code, test, integrate, and document real-time embedded software for RF/radar sensing.
• Participate in peer reviews and technical decision making with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

C/C++

Python

RTOS development

Debugging

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

Git/GitLab

CI/CD pipelines

Linux

Job description

Position and Eligibility Requirements

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.

Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co‑ops and full‑time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX.

What You Will Do: At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. Join the Space and RF Sensors Software team at Raytheon, where we develop cutting‑edge software applications focused on solving our customers' toughest defense challenges. In this role, you will be part of an elite software engineering team to design, code, integrate, and test critical real‑time embedded software with applications to advanced next‑generation radar, sensor, guidance, and fire‑control systems. Operating at the leading edge of technology, you will contribute across all phases of the software development lifecycle to deliver innovative solutions that help keep our nation and allies safe.

Key Responsibilities

• Work on complex technical problems and collaborate to provide innovative solutions.
• Requires investigation and troubleshooting skills to assess issues and develop resolutions.
• Work at all phases of the SW development lifecycle, including SW/HW integration, dependent on program phase.
• Assist in the derivation of system and software requirements, architectural modeling, and technical analysis.
• Design, code, unit test, integrate, and document real‑time embedded software solutions with a focus on RF, radar modes and sensing capabilities.
• Participate actively in software peer reviews, code inspections, and technical decision‑making alongside multidisciplinary teams, including program leadership and customers.
• Support program execution to ensure work products meet technical, cost, schedule, and quality baselines.
• Follow established software development processes and practices to maintain software product integrity.
• This position requires the eligibility to obtain a security clearance.
• Except in rare circumstances, only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from accredited institution.
• Degree must be obtained by start date.
• Experience developing, and testing or debugging software using C, C++, or similar object‑oriented programming language.
• Real time embedded software development experience.
• Familiarity with computer scripting languages such as Python.
• Strong hands‑on troubleshooting and problem‑solving experience.
• Experience developing software in a team‑based development environment with strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Experience may be obtained through on‑the‑job experience, research, coursework, or projects.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Knowledge of Software Development Processes and experience participating in all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including requirements, design, implementation, and testing.
• Experience working with Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines and automated build environments.
• Familiarity with Scrum/Agile, DevSecOps, Git/GitLab.
• Hands‑on experience developing low‑level device drivers or real‑time embedded operating system (RTOS) applications.
• Hands‑on experience with hardware‑software integration and embedded system testing.
• Familiarity working with physical hardware.
• Familiarity and practical application of fundamental data structures and algorithms.
• Practical exposure to radar technologies, radar signal processing, or RF systems.
• Experience with developing and integrating software for Radar systems.
• Experience developing embedded software utilizing ADA, Rust or similar secure programming languages.
• Knowledge of secure coding practices and understanding of cybersecurity principles.
• Experience working on UNIX, Redhat Linux, Windows, VxWorks, Green Hills, Integrity or other Real Time Operating Systems.
• Familiarity with Unified Modeling Language (UML).
• Experience developing low‑level code for microcontrollers or platforms like Arduino or Raspberry Pi.
• Familiarity with cryptographic algorithms (e.g., AES, RSA, ECC) and their application in software assurance.
• Understanding of anti‑tamper techniques and methods for protecting intellectual property and sensitive data.
• Experience with threat modeling, risk assessment, and developing secure software systems.
• Familiarity with static and dynamic code analysis tools, such as Coverity, Fortify, or SonarQube.

Benefits

• 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

Relocation Eligible

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.

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.

Salary and Compensation

Salary range for this role is 62,900 USD - 119,700 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 limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

Application Window

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Company Overview

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. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.