Senior Software Engineer - RDPL - Onsite

Prattwhitney; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation offered

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) match

Job summary

RTX's Radar Digital Product Line in Fullerton, CA seeks a Senior Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain embedded C++ DSP software for radar systems, across CPU and GPU platforms.

You'll work with Scrum teams, translate requirements into real-time software in embedded Linux, and mentor junior engineers while engaging in potential site travel. A US citizenship and security clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Requires a STEM degree and a minimum of 5 years of experience in real-time DSP for radar or RF domains.
• Proficiency in C++ and Object-Oriented Design (OOD).
• Experience with Linux development, DevSecOps tools (Jenkins, Jira, Git), and scripting (Python, Perl, or Bash).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued Secret security clearance; U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Scrum teams to design, develop, and maintain embedded C++ DSP software for radar systems across high-performance CPU and GPU platforms.
• Translate complex radar requirements and models into real-time software within embedded Linux environments.
• Execute SWIT, troubleshoot defects using Jenkins logs and debugging tools, and drive root-cause analysis.
• Develop automation scripts (Python, Bash, or Perl) for testing pipelines and system integration.
• Mentor junior engineers and guide technical planning, code reviews, and architectural decisions.

Skills

C++

Embedded DSP

Real-time DSP

Linux

Python

Jenkins

Git

Matlab

CUDA

OOD

Education

STEM degree

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Podman

Jira

Git

CUDA

Job description

About the Role

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world‑class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Raytheon brings 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. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Raytheon Radar Digital Product Line (RDPL) – Fullerton, California

We are seeking a motivated Senior Software Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting‑edge technology solutions, grow your expertise in the radar domain, and engage in potential travel to support radar site operations. This position offers a dynamic and collaborative environment where you can make a meaningful impact. This role will be 100% on‑site in Fullerton, California.

What You Will Do

• Collaborate with Scrum teams to design, develop, and maintain embedded C++ DSP software for tactical radar systems across high‑performance CPU and GPU platforms.
• Translate complex radar system requirements and mathematical models into robust, real‑time software within embedded Linux environments.
• Execute Software Integration Testing (SWIT), troubleshoot hard‑to‑reproduce defects using Jenkins logs and debugging tools, and drive root‑cause analysis.
• Develop automation scripts (Python, Bash, or Perl) for testing pipelines, log analysis, and system integration tasks.
• Mentor junior engineers and guide technical planning, code reviews, and architectural decisions.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience.
• 5+ years of software engineering experience, focused on real‑time Digital Signal Processing (DSP) for radar or similar RF domains.
• Proficiency in C++ and Object‑Oriented Design (OOD).
• Deep understanding of radar signal processing theory, math, and numerical libraries (e.g., I/Q data, filtering, FFTs, MKL, CUDA).
• Experience with Linux development environments, DevSecOps tools (Jenkins, Jira, Git), and scripting (Python, Perl, or Bash) for automation.
• Self‑motivated problem solver with proven success debugging complex software issues.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical leadership experience with software development teams.
• Advanced knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and system software design.
• Experience with MATLAB for data analysis and test run visualization.
• Familiarity with container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, Podman) for build and test environments.
• Demonstrated desire to explore new technologies and grow into a Software Architect role.

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Relocation Offered Based On Eligibility.

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.

Salary

The salary range for this role is 95,500 USD – 181,700 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.

Security Clearance

This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

Application Window

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.

Equal Opportunity

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.