Senior Principal Embedded Crypto Security Engineer

RTX; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 132,000 - 252,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks vacation

401(k) plan with matching

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Senior Principal Software Engineer in the Cedar Rapids area to lead design, integration, and verification of embedded encryption algorithms on multi-threaded C/C++ codebases. You will collaborate with hardware, FPGA and software teams to deliver secure communications products for defense programs.

The role emphasizes secure software development, cryptographic applications, and deployment under DoD security requirements.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a STEM degree with extensive relevant experience; DoD security clearance is required.
• Experience with multi-threaded embedded C/C++ software.
• Familiarity with cryptographic applications and secure software development.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, integration, and verification of embedded encryption algorithms.
• Collaborate with hardware, FPGA, and software teams on secure communications products.
• Define requirements, implement software, and oversee test case development and certification support.
• Mentor fellow developers to improve technical proficiency and processes.

Skills

Embedded C/C++

Python

Embedded Linux

Cryptographic applications

Security clearance

Education

STEM degree

Advanced degree in related field

Job description

RTX is seeking a Senior Principal Software Engineer in the Cedar Rapids area to lead design, integration, and verification of embedded encryption algorithms on multi-threaded C/C++ codebases. You will collaborate with hardware, FPGA and software teams to deliver secure communications products for defense programs.

The role emphasizes secure software development, cryptographic applications, and deployment under DoD security requirements.