Embedded Software Engineer Intern

RTX; Goleta (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Eligible

Job summary

RTX in Goleta, CA is offering an on-site real-time embedded software role for students pursuing a STEM degree. You will join an Agile team, develop C/C++ code on Linux/RTOS, and participate in CI/CD tooling with Python-based automation. U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a security clearance are required.

This role is a full-time on-site position with a salary range of $42k–$88k and comprehensive benefits; relocation eligible for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• Actively pursuing a Bachelor’s or advanced STEM degree and entering junior, senior, or graduate standing by Summer 2027.
• Minimum of 60 hours of credit by the start of the internship / co-op session.
• Experience with object-oriented software development in C, C++, or similar languages.

Responsibilities

• Join an Agile team developing, integrating, testing, and delivering real-time embedded software for Advanced Sensors and Electronic Warfare programs.
• Support requirements analysis, software design, implementation, integration, and testing of new or existing real-time applications and tools.
• Contribute to internal reviews of software components and systems.
• Work on well-defined tasks with clear scope, schedule, and expectations.
• Follow established development processes including configuration management and CI/CD practices.
• Develop software primarily in C/C++ on Linux and real-time operating systems; support CI/CD automation using Python-based tooling.

Skills

C/C++

Linux

CI/CD

Python

Multithreading

Data structures

Education

Bachelor's or advanced STEM degree

Tools

Git

Bitbucket

Artifactory

Jenkins

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-27

Country: United States of America

Location: US-CA-GOLETA-H01 ~ 6380 Hollister Ave ~ BLDG H01

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

• Join an Agile team developing, integrating, testing, and delivering real‑time embedded software for Advanced Sensors and Electronic Warfare programs.
• Support requirements analysis, software design, implementation, integration, and testing of new or existing real‑time applications and tools.
• Contribute to internal reviews of software components and systems.
• Work on well‑defined tasks with clear scope, schedule, and expectations.
• Follow established development processes including configuration management and CI/CD practices.
• Develop software primarily in C/C++ on Linux and real‑time operating systems; support CI/CD automation using Python‑based tooling.
• This is a 100% onsite position in Goleta, CA. Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance is required; U.S. citizenship is mandatory.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Actively pursuing a Bachelor’s or advanced STEM degree and entering junior, senior, or graduate standing by Summer 2027.
• Must have a minimum of 60 hours of credit by the start of the internship / co‑op session.
• Experience with object‑oriented software development in C, C++, or similar languages.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Exposure to CI/CD tools (such as Jenkins) and configuration management tools (Git, Bitbucket, Artifactory).
• Familiarity with software development in Linux environments.
• Experience with hardware/software integration or working in lab environments with physical hardware (test benches, simulators).
• Hands‑on experience developing device drivers or real‑time embedded/RTOS applications.
• Knowledge of data structures, algorithms, multithreading, and memory management.
• Experience with Python or other scripting languages.
• Strong communication, documentation, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate within a technical team to solve complex problems.

What We Offer:

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
• Relocation Eligible

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

• Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.
• This position requires the ability to obtain a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

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 42,000 USD - 88,000 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.