Principal Embedded Software Engineer

Prattwhitney; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 118,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

401(k) match

Relocation assistance

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Raytheon Technologies in Columbia, MD, seeks a Principal Embedded Software Engineer to design, implement, test, and debug embedded real-time software for heterogeneous hardware-software platforms. You will lead significant portions of the code base and collaborate across a multidisciplinary team to solve complex engineering challenges.

The role requires a STEM degree and 8+ years of relevant experience, with expertise in real-time embedded software, embedded Linux, ARM SoCs, FPGA development

Qualifications

• Typically a STEM degree with 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience in at least 4 of the listed categories (RF/ DSP/ embedded systems).
• Proficiency in real-time embedded software and firmware development.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, test, and debug embedded real-time software within heterogeneous systems.
• Collaborate in a multi-discipline team to solve complex engineering problems.
• Perform hands-on integration and troubleshooting to ensure functionality.
• Own significant portions of the embedded codebase and be the SME in those areas.
• Drive projects independently and adhere to program schedules and budget.

Skills

Software-defined radio

Signal processing

Real-time embedded software

Embedded Linux

ARM SoC

FPGA development

Python or C programming

Education

STEM degree (Bachelor or higher)

Electrical Engineering degree preferred

Tools

Verilog

VHDL

High-level synthesis tools

Job description

Position Summary

Date Posted: 2026-08-19 Country: United States of America Location: US-MD-COLUMBIA-7100 ~ 7100 Columbia Gateway Dr ~ COLUMBIA GATEWAY, Ste 160 Position 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: Top Secret Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1 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. Raytheon's Subsystem Engineering and Photonics group is actively seeking a Principal Embedded Software Engineer to join our group in Columbia, MD.

What you will do

• Designing, implementing, testing, and debugging integrated embedded real-time software within heterogenous systems composed of firmware and hardware.
• Collaborate in a multi-discipline team setting to solve complex engineering problems.
• Perform hands-on integration and troubleshooting of solutions to ensure functionality.
• Be responsible for significant portions of the embedded code base, becoming the subject matter expert in those areas.
• Assist the team in elevating our software development practices.
• Perform and participate in internal and external technical reviews.
• Independently drive projects and execute to program schedules and budget.
• Travel up to 10%, with some overnight travel.

Qualifications – You Must Have

• Typically a degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience.
• Experience in at least 4 of the following categories: Software-defined radio.
• Signal processing.
• Real-time embedded software/firmware development.
• Embedded Linux.
• ARM processors and system on a chip (SoC) systems.
• FPGA development using Verilog, VHDL, or high-level synthesis tools.
• Experience with Python or C programming.

Qualifications – We Prefer

• Degree in Electrical Engineering highly preferred.
• Experience in digital signal processing.
• Experience working with RF or Photonic sensor systems.
• Experience with embedded processor and System on a Chip development for FPGA devices.
• Familiarity with the Linux environment and commands.
• Experience in rapid prototyping and hardware integration.
• Self-motivated problem solver with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Self-directed – Able to complete tasks with minimum oversight.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment.

What we offer

• Salary range: 118,300 USD - 224,900 USD.
• 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, depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.
• Eligible for relocation assistance.
• 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.

Other Details

This 1st shift role will be 100% onsite and based in Columbia, MD. Travel up to 10%, with some overnight travel.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted.

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.

At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

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.