Senior Software Engineer, Embedded Linux BSP (Hybrid - Aguadilla, PR)

Prattwhitney; Aguadilla (PR); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees

Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching

Life insurance and disability coverage

Employee Assistance Plan

Participation in the Employee Scholar Program

Job summary

Prattwhitney in Aguadilla, PR is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to design and enhance customized Linux OS ecosystems. This role requires significant experience in embedded Linux and C/C++, with a hybrid work model (3 days in-office, 2 remote).

Qualifications include a STEM degree with relevant experience, U.S. citizenship, and strong communication skills. Benefits include medical insurance, vacation, a 401(k) plan, and more.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience or an advanced degree with at least 3+ years.
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills.
• Must hold or obtain a U.S. Department of Defense security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design and enhance customized Linux OS ecosystem for hardware boards.
• Contribute to the design and support for embedded Linux software systems.
• Resolve complex hardware-software issues.

Skills

Embedded C/C++

Scripting languages (Bash, Python)

Embedded Linux device drivers

Debugging and root-cause investigation

GIT and SVN

Agile Methodologies

Education

Degree in STEM or related field

Tools

Buildroot

Wireshark

Job description

Position Overview

Senior Software Engineer – Embedded Linux – Aguadilla, PR (Hybrid). Must be U.S. citizen and reside in Puerto Rico at the time of starting employment; relocation is not offered. 3 days in‑office and 2 days remote, following the schedule assigned by the Manager.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and continuously enhance customized Linux OS ecosystem (build toolchain, kernel, root filesystem, bootloader, device drivers, and BSP) for a wide variety of hardware boards.
• Contribute to the design, coding, testing, delivery and ongoing support for embedded Linux software systems.
• Participate in root‑cause analysis and resolution of complex hardware‑software issues.
• Prepare software builds for execution in simulation environments, reference platforms, and on the target hardware.
• Use Collins Aerospace processes and tools to improve product quality and customer satisfaction.
• Contribute engineering estimates for product features.

Qualifications

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) or related field with 5+ years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with at least 3+ years of experience.
• Proficiency in embedded C/C++.
• Experience with scripting languages (Bash and Python).
• Experience with embedded Linux device drivers, board bring‑up, and hardware integration.
• Experience with debugging and root‑cause investigations using hardware schematics, logic analyzers, and Wireshark.
• Experience with GIT and SVN version control systems.
• Experience packaging custom Linux distributions with Buildroot and maintaining Linux board support packages (BSP) for embedded systems.
• Knowledge of Agile Methodologies and DevSecOps practices.
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills.
• U.S. citizenship required; candidate must obtain or currently hold a U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with FPGA, hardware, and systems integration.
• Experience with high‑frequency radios and secure, software‑defined radios.
• Familiarity with secure communication products.

What You’ll Learn

You will work with an international engineering team that supports a portfolio of advanced communication systems, gain exposure to cutting‑edge embedded Linux technologies, and grow your skills in secure communications and mission systems.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Plan with up to 8 free counseling sessions.
• Participation in the Employee Scholar Program.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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. RTX provides affirmative action for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in compliance with applicable laws.