Senior Embedded Software Engineer, Onsite

Raytheon; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 95,500 - 181,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible work schedules

Employee assistance program

Scholar Program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Annual incentive programs

Job summary

Raytheon in El Segundo, CA, seeks a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join an on-site team delivering real-time C++ software for military and commercial programs. You will work closely with Systems Engineers to design robust solutions that meet user and mission requirements.

The role requires a STEM degree with 5+ years of experience, C++ on Linux/VxWorks, scripting in Shell/Perl/Python, and an active U.S. security clearance with citizenship. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Degree in STEM and at least 5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in C++ on Linux or real-time OS such as VxWorks.
• Experience developing, testing, and integrating real-time C++ applications.
• Experience with Shell, Perl, or Python scripting.
• Active U.S. government security clearance and U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Supports all phases of the software development life cycle on military and commercial programs.
• Delivers solutions to complex hardware-software integration challenges.
• Collaborates with Systems Engineers to meet end-user needs and operational goals.
• Occasional travel for business purposes.

Skills

C++ development

Python

Shell scripting

Git version control

Security clearance

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

Linux

VxWorks

CUDA

GitLab

Job description

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.

We have an on‑site opportunity for an experienced Senior Embedded Software Engineer to work onsite in El Segundo, CA.

Location

US-CA-EL SEGUNDO-E01 ~ 2000 E El Segundo Blvd ~ BLDG E01

Responsibilities

• Supports all aspects of a software development life cycle as members of a multi‑disciplined team, including new and legacy military and commercial programs from concept through maintenance.
• Uses and provides creative solutions to complex technical system and software integration problems.
• Works closely with Systems Engineers to design ideal solutions with the end‑user and operational needs in mind.
• May require occasional business‑related travel.

Qualifications – Must Have

• Typical requirement: degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in C++ design paradigms on Linux, VxWorks, or other real‑time operating systems.
• Experience in developing, testing, and integrating real‑time software applications written in C++.
• Experience in computer scripting languages such as Shell, Perl, or Python.
• Active and transferable U.S. government‑issued Secret security clearance and U.S. citizenship required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional experience in coding using C, C#, Java or closely related languages.
• Experience working in lab environments with physical hardware (e.g., test benches, simulators).
• Ability to quickly understand and navigate complex systems and established code bases.
• Experience with product development utilizing Scrum techniques of Agile development.
• Experience with DevSecOps pipeline implementation, including static code analysis and automated build and test techniques in continuous integration/delivery with test‑driven development.
• Hands‑on experience with Git version control and GitLab repository management.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Experience developing in CUDA to accelerate compute‑intensive workloads on Nvidia GPUs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance.
• 401(k) match up to company contribution.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Flexible work schedules and family‑friendly benefits.
• Employee assistance program, Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off and holidays.
• Annual incentive compensation programs (subject to business performance).

Salary

USD 95,500 – 181,700 annually (estimate based on experience).

Equal‑Opportunity Employer

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.