Software Engineer II

Prattwhitney; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance

401(k) match

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

Prattwhitney in El Segundo, CA, is seeking a Software Engineer to join their Next Generation Radio Frequency Sensors Management Software Department. The role involves designing, developing, and testing software for innovative RF/EOIR and high-energy laser sensor products. You will work in an agile team, utilizing skills in C/C++/Java, Docker, and Kubernetes.

Competitive salary, relocation assistance, and numerous benefits including medical, dental, and 401(k) match are offered. A U.S. citizenship and security clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience.
• Experience with containerized applications.
• Familiar with CI/CD tools and Agile lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test software based on trouble reports.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize existing code.
• Write and maintain documentation for software applications.

Skills

Software development

C/C++/Java

Agile methodologies

Docker

Kubernetes

Education

Degree in STEM

Tools

Jenkins

Git

Bitbucket

Job description

Next Generation Radio Frequency Sensors Management Software Department

The department mission is to provide world class software for our customers’ wide array of RF/EOIR and high‑energy laser sensor products for airborne and space applications. Our software capabilities include software requirement development, design, modeling/simulation, real‑time embedded, signal processing and data processing, infrastructure software, software testing, integration, and verification.

Position

Software Engineer

Location

El Segundo, CA – US-CA-EL

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test software based on software trouble reports in an agile, collaborative environment, delivering builds.
• Demonstrate critical thinking skills, the ability to thrive in small, empowered teams, and an intense desire to directly enable our customers’ success.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize existing code for performance and efficiency in complex environments.
• Write and maintain comprehensive documentation for software applications, including system architecture and design specifications.
• Participate in agile execution and continuous improvement.
• Work collaboratively with multiple engineering disciplines to analyze, implement, and test system modification requests to the existing system baseline.

Qualifications

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience.
• Experience with software development, test, and/or integration using C, C++, or Java.
• Experience with containerized applications such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience with Agile and DevSecOps Software Methodologies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Embedded or low‑level software development, including OS‑adjacent or hardware‑interfacing work.
• Experience with CI/CD tools and infrastructure such as Jenkins, Git, Bitbucket, or similar.
• Experience developing and integrating OMS‑based architecture.
• Familiarity with Agile lifecycle process including Scrum, Continuous Integration, and Test‑Driven Development Methodologies.
• Experience developing embedded software for sensors, algorithm development, signal or data processing.

What We Offer

• Relocation assistance available.
• Competitive salary range and benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.
• Potential incentive compensation programs.

Security Clearance

U.S. citizenship is required, and an active, transferable U.S. government‑issued security clearance (Top Secret) is required prior to the start date. The security clearance must be current and active on day 1.

EEO 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, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.