Junior C++ Software Engineer - Real-Time Linux (EO/IR)

Prattwhitney; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible work schedules

Employee Scholar Program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

RTX in McKinney, TX is seeking a Software Engineer I to contribute to EO/IR software for aerospace and defense applications. You will design, implement, and test C++ software on real-time Linux systems, collaborating with systems and testing teams to ensure full integration and performance.

This entry-level role offers hands-on growth opportunities, on-site work, and exposure to security and quality standards within a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in STEM and less than 2 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in C++ programming and OO design principles.
• Experience with Linux operating systems, including shell scripting and command-line tools.
• Experience working effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and debug software in C++ for real-time systems running on Linux platforms.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of software.
• Implement and optimize software algorithms to meet performance and reliability requirements.
• Perform integration testing and write documentation for software components.
• Work onsite at McKinney, TX and adhere to aerospace software practices.

Skills

C++

Linux

Object-oriented design

Team collaboration

Shell scripting

Education

B.S. in STEM field

Tools

Git

CI/CD

Linux shell

Job description

RTX in McKinney, TX is seeking a Software Engineer I to contribute to EO/IR software for aerospace and defense applications. You will design, implement, and test C++ software on real-time Linux systems, collaborating with systems and testing teams to ensure full integration and performance.

This entry-level role offers hands-on growth opportunities, on-site work, and exposure to security and quality standards within a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.