Principal Radar Mode Software Developer - Gen4 Airborne Radar

Raytheon; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 118,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Raytheon Space and Air division in El Segundo, CA is seeking a Principal Radar Mode Software Engineer (Embedded / Radar) to join Gen4 Tactical Airborne Radar product teams. You will develop RT embedded software for radar modes and capabilities.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years in STEM, strong C/C++/ADA, RTOS, UNIX/Linux, and DoD Secret clearance. This onsite role offers a competitive package and relocation options.

Qualifications

• Degree in STEM fields or equivalent experience.
• Experience coding radar software in C/C++/ADA.
• Experience with RTOS and cross-platform development.

Responsibilities

• Develop RT embedded SW for radar modes and capabilities.
• Contribute across the SW development lifecycle, including SW/HW integration.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and customers.
• Provide technical leadership and mentor engineers on programs.
• Support system and software requirements and architecture generation.

Skills

C/C++/ADA

RTOS

Unix/Linux/Windows

Agile/Scrum

Security clearance

Education

STEM degree

Job description

Date Posted

2026-09-23

Country

United States of America

Location

US-CA-EL SEGUNDO-R01 ~ 2000 E Imperial Hwy ~ BLDG R01

Position Role Type

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements

Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. 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 on 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 Space and Air division in El Segundo, CA is seeking a Principal Radar Mode Software Engineer [Embedded / Radar] to be part of their product development teams for the Gen4 Tactical Airborne Radar group.

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What you will do

• Work on complex technical problems and provide highly innovative solutions.
• Effectively contribute at all phases of the SW development lifecycle, including SW/HW integration
• Develop RT embedded SW, specifically pertaining to various radar modes and capabilities.
• Utilize expert level investigation and troubleshooting skills to assess issues and develop solutions.
• Work effectively with team across multiple disciplines, internal and external
• Effectively contribute to program and customer meetings/reviews
• Support the program leads as needed regarding technical decision making, problem resolution.
• Perform Technical leadership roles for multiple key tasks or line items on programs
• Mentor multiple engineers on programs in areas of knowledge and expertise
• Help to ensure performance to technical, cost, schedule, quality.
• Support of system and software requirements and architecture generation and analysis as needed.
• Contribute significantly to the successful completion of program milestones and customer deliverables
• Work Location: Onsite at our El Segundo, CA Campus
• Must be able to obtain "special access programs" (SAP/SAR) for continuation of employment.

Qualifications you must have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience.
• Development experience coding in C/C++/ADA or related languages/tools in radar-development software is required.
• Experience working on UNIX, Linux, Windows, VxWorks or other RTOS
• Experience working in an agile/scrum team hyper-collaborative team environment using typical agile oriented tool suite.
• Active and transferable U.S. Government issued Secret security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Current DoD Secret and Top Secret Clearance Experience developing Radar Software applications
• Experience with design, code, integration, and test of software into a large software baseline and large system
• Knowledge and experience with Radar SW Architecture, Signal or Data processing, including RF SP techniques, adv mathematical algorithms, analytic techniques and simulations
• Direct experience with Agile methodologies.
• Proven analytical skills with the ability to troubleshoot tool and system operation performance issues.
• Experience with large complex systems such as airborne radars.

What We Offer

• A total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs.
• Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.
• Relocation Eligible – Relocation assistance available

The salary range for this role is 118,300 USD - 224,900 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.

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