Offboard Principal Software Systems Engineer P4 (Onsite)

Pratt & Whitney; Florida; On-site; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney, a RTX company, seeks a Software Developer for Offboard Software Systems in our CDS group. This onsite role at Jupiter, FL, focuses on developing and certifying control and diagnostic software for military, commercial, and industrial engines.

You will lead a development team, collaborate with customers and SMEs, design in C/C++ and ADA, and ensure rigorous testing and documentation. Strong Agile practice and cross-functional communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)
• 8 years of engineering experience or 5 years with an advanced degree
• Experience with Agile development methods and cross-discipline collaboration
• Strong software development execution in C/C++, Java, Python and scripting languages

Responsibilities

• Lead the Development Team and collaborate with Customers, Stakeholders and SMEs in an Agile framework
• Design and develop software solutions in C/C++ and ADA across Solaris and RedHat environments
• Review and analyze offboard software requirements and conduct code reviews
• Develop test plans and perform verifications at all levels and support troubleshooting
• Provide documentation and regular status updates to management and project teams
• Drive continuous improvement of software development processes and procedures

Skills

Agile development

Cross-discipline communication

Software development execution

Fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

8 years engineering experience or 5 years with advanced degree

Tools

C & C++

GNAT ADA

Java

Python

SQL

Eclipse

Jenkins

Oracle Database

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-11-10

Country: United States of America

Location: US-FL-JUPITER-ADR ~ 17900 Beeline Hwy ~ ADR BLDG

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status: Not Required

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.

What you Will Do:

Control & Diagnostic Systems (CDS) is a dynamic engineering organization focused on the development and certification of military, commercial and industrial gas turbine engine control, and diagnostic systems. CDS is responsible for all aspects of Pratt & Whitney engine control and diagnostic system development including requirements analysis & definition, system & software architecture, algorithm design, and product software design, verification & validation.

The CDS organization is seeking a Software Developer responsible for Offboard Software Systems.

Job responsibilities include:

• Leading the Development Team and working closely with Customers, Stakeholders and Subject Matter Experts within an Agile framework.
• Design and develop software solutions in C & C++, GNAT ADA, and GNU compiler and experience in Java, Jenkins, Python, Bash, Eclipse, Korn, and Perl that implement requirements across Solaris as well as RedHat Enterprise License operating systems, as well as fluent knowledge of Oracle Database structuring and SQL Query designs and development.
• Review and analyze offboard software requirements.
• Conduct code reviews.
• Develop test plans and conduct tests ensuring full software verification and validation at all levels, support troubleshooting.
• Provide required documentation and regular status updates to manager and project team leaders.
• Implementation, adherence and continuous improvement of software development processes and procedures.

Qualifications You Must Have:

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

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail, deadlines, and reporting.
• Desire for continuous learning and innovation.
• Solid track record of achieving results in a technical role.
• Successful application of agile development methods.
• Outstanding cross discipline communication skills.
• Demonstrated software development execution.
• Proficiency with Java, Python, Continuous Integration & Continuous Deployment, Agile, DevSecOps, AWS, SQL.
• Knowledge of software engineering processes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills needed to interface with Development Team, Customers, Stakeholders and Subject Matter Experts.

What We Offer:

• Benefits
• Relocation Assistance

Engine Design & Systems Integration (EDSI)

CDS develops complex, cyber-resilient control systems and software for commercial and military engines including power and thermal management Systems and auxiliary power units. CDS also develops advanced diagnostic & health management systems to monitor our products, forecast events and help facilitate MRO operations. With growing emphasis on sustainability, CDS is on the forefront of system development for hybrid and electric propulsion.

Controls & Diagnostics Systems (CDS)

CDS develops complex, cyber-resilient control systems and software for commercial and military engines including power and thermal management Systems and auxiliary power units. CDS also develops advanced diagnostic & health management systems to monitor our products, forecast events and help facilitate MRO operations. With growing emphasis on sustainability, CDS is on the forefront of system development for hybrid and electric propulsion.

What is my role type?

In addition to transforming the future of flight, we’re also transforming how and where we work. We’ve introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment.

Onsite

Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance workers, as they are essential to the development of our engines.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

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 107,500 USD - 204,500 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.