Senior Software Systems Quality Engineer onsite McKinney, TX

Prattwhitney; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

401(k) match

Flexible schedules

Employee Scholar Program

Job summary

RTX is seeking an onsite Senior Software Systems Quality Engineer (Compliance) to support Land & Air Defense Systems (LADS) in McKinney, Texas. You will review deliverables, manage software release artifacts, and participate in peer reviews, audits, and governance boards.

The role focuses on compliance, product integrity, and measurement of software quality attributes. A US government clearance is required, with a STEM degree and 5+ years in quality/engineering preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued Security Clearance.
• U.S. citizenship is required for security clearance eligibility.
• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in STEM and 5+ years in Quality/Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Review of Deliverables and policies; manage software release packages and defects.
• Participate in peer reviews, control boards, and audits.
• Identify root causes and implement corrective actions across the lifecycle.

Skills

Security clearance

Quality engineering

Agile / SCRUM

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

Jira

Azure DevOps

Windchill PDM

Job description

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 freedom and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

We have an immediate need for an onsite Senior Software Systems Quality Engineer (Compliance) to support Land & Air Defense Systems (LADS). Programs LADS includes Global Patriot, Ghost‑Eye / Lower Tier Air & Missile Defense, National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile, Multi‑Function Radio Frequency Sensor, Stinger, Next Generation Short‑Range Interceptor, TOW, Javelin, Excalibur, and Counter Unmanned Aerial systems.

Locations Software Quality collaborates with Engineering (Software, Systems, Integration/Test, Safety) and other Quality functions (Program Quality Leads, Hardware Quality). Activities occur ONSITE every week and every day (Monday through Friday). Daily activities occur primarily in McKinney, Texas, at 2501 West University Drive).

What You Will Do

Within Quality & Mission Assurance, the Software Quality Engineering department performs classified activities in secure labs and unclassified activities in dedicated workspaces. SWQE Tasks – Review of Document Deliverables (CDRL), Command Media (Policies), SW Release Packages (Windchill PDM, Azure DevOps), SW Requirements Changes, SW/System Defects, SW Pulls (Code Reviews), Media, and Test Artifacts. Participation in Peer Reviews (SW, SE), Control Boards (CCB, SRB), Tracking Books (Metrics), Test Witnessing (SQT, FQT), and Audits.

What You Will Learn

Focus Areas Compliance – Ensure digital products adhere to contractual requirements. Review and approve inputs/outputs to/from partner organizations. Products – Ensure integrity of the technical data package. Identify, collect, and measure software quality attributes, metrics, and data. Improvement – Perform independent evaluations and risk assessments across lifecycle. Facilitate root cause analysis and corrective actions. Processes – Leverage modern experiences with software development and quality best practices. Increasingly adopt Agile and DevSecOps methodologies. Teamwork – Interact with customers, product development, and test personnel. Provide guidance to senior leadership, team members, and group peers.

Qualifications

Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued Security Clearance. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance. Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) Education and 5 years of Quality or Engineering experience. 5 years’ experience in a Quality or Technical role with a combination of applying principles across the following: Agile: SCRUM teams, sprints / increments, stories / points, backlog / burndown, continuous integration/delivery (CI/CD). Testing: execution witnessing, location, plans, procedures, requirements traceability, reports. Requirements: verification, software specifications, systems specifications, functionality, performance, statement of work, contracts. Software: lifecycle processes, requirements decomposition, code reviews, functions, features, builds, configuration management. Defects: quantification, severity, priority, age, resolution, effort, impact, implementation. Release: delivery management, checklists, labels, versions, licenses, repositories, software executables, release notes, security bulletins, training manuals, user guides. Metrics: defining, developing, monitoring, measuring, reporting, dashboards, tools (e.g., Business Insight reports, Jira reports, Excel tables). Analysis: identifying process issue Root Causes and implementing Corrective Actions.

Qualifications We Prefer

Advanced Degree Working experience in the following areas: Certifications: Quality, Software Eng., Systems Eng., Agile, Cyber / IA, Project Management. PowerPoint: briefing creation and presentation to Senior Management. Standards: quality principles via AS9115, AS9100, ISO9001. Policies: Quality Management Systems (QMS) and/or Operating Procedures (SOPs). Compliance: evaluation, validation, auditing, corrective actions. Maintenance: processes, patches, upgrades, installation, backups, recovery, synchronization. Projects: leading, coordination, planning, prioritization, execution, escalation. Strategy: leading cross-functional initiatives, collaborating with Business-Technical stakeholders. Familiarity/training in the following areas: DevSecOps: Toolchains (Confluence, ADS – Azure DevOps Server, Jenkins, GitHub, Coverity). Development: Integrated Development Environment (IDE) applications, modeling, databases (ClearCase, DOORS, RQM, Cameo, Rhapsody, Oracle, SAP). Networking: maintaining computer networks to ensure reliable, secure, and efficient communication between devices and systems. Connectivity: physical networks, virtual networks, local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), cloud-based infrastructures. Configurations: installing or verifying devices routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, as well as monitoring performance and identifying bottlenecks. Protocols: OSI, TCP, IP, IPsec, TLS, DHCP, SNMP, FC, SCSI, DNS, IDS, SIEM. Integration: security, systems, software, hardware, connectivity, tools, equipment. Technology: devices, applications, servers, virtual machines, networks, storage.

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation. Relocation is not offered for this opportunity.

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels.

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 Section503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.