Lead DoD Avionics Software Architect

RTX (Raytheon); Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX in Huntsville, AL, is seeking a Principal Software Engineer for the TCMA team to lead software architecture design and integrate complex features for government platforms in an Agile environment.

You will work on embedded real-time systems, ensure compliance with DoD certification, mentor teammates, and collaborate with cross-functional engineers across avionics to deliver robust radio and surveillance software. This role requires travel up to 10% and DoD clearance eligibility.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant experience or 5+ with advanced degree.
• Must have or be capable of obtaining DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead software architecture design for complex government platforms.
• Develop and integrate features in an Agile environment.
• Mentor teammates and participate in design reviews and customer discussions.
• Ensure compliance with DoD certification requirements and standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineers across avionics.
• Travel domestically up to 10%.

Skills

Software architecture

Embedded systems

Real-time OS

Agile development

Team leadership

Communication

Education

BS in STEM

Advanced degree

Tools

LynxOS

PowerPC

C/C++

Job description

RTX in Huntsville, AL, is seeking a Principal Software Engineer for the TCMA team to lead software architecture design and integrate complex features for government platforms in an Agile environment.

You will work on embedded real-time systems, ensure compliance with DoD certification, mentor teammates, and collaborate with cross-functional engineers across avionics to deliver robust radio and surveillance software. This role requires travel up to 10% and DoD clearance eligibility.