Software Engineer II - Gen4 Airborne Radar

Prattwhitney; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible work schedules

Employee Scholar Program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney is seeking a Software Engineer II (Embedded / Radar) in El Segundo, CA to join a Gen4 Tactical Airborne Radar team. You will develop RT embedded software for radar modes, work across lifecycle stages, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet performance, cost, and schedule targets.

The role requires a STEM degree with at least 2 years of experience, and the ability to obtain an interim Secret U.S. security clearance. Onsite work at the El Segundo campus is expected.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a STEM degree and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
• Development experience coding in C/C++/ADA or related languages/tools.
• Experience with UNIX, Linux, Windows, VxWorks or other RTOS.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an interim Secret U.S. security clearance prior to start date.

Responsibilities

• Work on technical problems and provide innovative solutions with minimal guidance.
• Contribute at all phases of the SW development lifecycle, including SW/HW integration.
• Develop RT embedded SW for radar modes and capabilities.
• Investigate and troubleshoot issues to develop solutions.
• Collaborate with multiple teams across disciplines, internal and external.
• Participate in program and customer meetings/reviews.
• Support technical decision making and problem resolution.
• Ensure performance to technical, cost, schedule, and quality.

Skills

C/C++/ADA

RTOS

Security clearance eligibility

US citizenship

Education

STEM degree

Tools

UNIX

Linux

Windows

VxWorks

RTOS

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-07

Country: United States of America

Location: US-CA-EL SEGUNDO-R01 ~ 2000 E Imperial Hwy ~ BLDG R01

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret

Status: Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring 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. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

Space and Air division in El Segundo, CA is seeking a Software Engineer II [Embedded / Radar] to be part of their product development team for the Gen4 Tactical Airborne Radar group.

What you will do

• Work on technical problems and provide innovative solutions, with minimal guidance.
• Contribute at all phases of the SW development lifecycle, including SW/HW integration.
• Develop RT embedded SW, specifically pertaining to various radar modes and capabilities.
• Utilize investigation and troubleshooting skills to assess issues and develop solutions.
• Work with teams across multiple disciplines, internal and external.
• Participate in program and customer meetings/reviews.
• Support the team leads as needed regarding technical decision making, problem resolution.
• Help to ensure performance to technical, cost, schedule, quality.
• Support of system and software requirements and architecture generation and analysis as needed.

Work Location: Onsite at our El Segundo, CA Campus

Must be able to obtain 'special access programs' (SAP/SAR) for continuation of employment.

Qualifications you must have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience.
• Development experience coding in C/C++/ADA or related languages/tools.
• Experience working on UNIX, Linux, Windows, VxWorks or other RTOS.
• The ability to obtain and maintain an ***interim Secret U.S. security clearance is required prior to start date.
• U.S. Citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Current DoD Secret and Top Secret Clearance
• Introductory Experience with design, code, integration, and test of software into a large software baseline and large system
• Proven ability to obtain a Special Access Program (SAP) Clearances
• Experience developing Radar Software applications
• Experience working in an agile/scrum team hyper-collaborative team environment using typical agile oriented tool suite.
• Direct experience with Agile methodologies.
• Analytical skills with the ability to troubleshoot tool and system operation performance issues.
• Experience with large complex systems such as airborne radars.

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 Eligible – Relocation assistance available.

• 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
• Holidays

The salary range for this role is 75,800 USD - 144,200 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.

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.

Diversity and Inclusion

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.

Privacy 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.