Software Engineer III/IV *Top Secret*
Textron
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Textron Systems is seeking a Software Engineer III/IV to design, develop, and maintain applications in C#, C, Java, and Python. You will work with embedded systems, create intuitive GUIs, and integrate AI into product capabilities while collaborating with hardware engineers in lab environments.
Responsibilities include defining system requirements, contributing to proposals, and leading small software teams as needed.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field, plus 5 years of relevant experience for Level III; 10 years for Level IV.
- Must have an active U.S. Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance.
- Comprehensive expertise in object-oriented design principles and modern software engineering practices.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and leadership skills to mentor software teams.
- Familiarity with RF technologies is a plus; hands-on experience preferred.
- Signal processing knowledge is a plus; track record of delivering complex projects on time.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain applications using languages such as C#, C, Java, and Python.
- Work with embedded systems, including microcontrollers, GPUs, and FPGA interfaces.
- Lead the development of intuitive GUIs for complex systems in collaboration with hardware engineers.
- Integrate AI technology into product capabilities.
- Define system requirements and architecture with systems engineers and customers.
- Contribute to technical sections of proposals and support project planning.
- Lead small software development teams as needed.
Skills
Education
Job description
**Software Engineer III/IV \
- Top Secret***
Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.
This role is in Textron System’s Electronic Systems Domain. Visit TextronSystems.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!
Textron Systems Electronic Systems builds advanced test, simulation, and training solutions that support Electronic Warfare (EW) missions domestic and abroad. Our technology helps replicate real world radar and missile threats—on the flight line, in the lab, and on the test range—to ensure aircraft sensors and pilots are prepared for today’s rapidly evolving electromagnetic environment.
If you’re excited about building solutions that directly contribute to mission readiness, this is a place where your work truly matters.
Design, develop, and maintain applications using languages such as C#, C , Java, and Python.
Work with embedded systems, including microcontrollers, GPUs, and FPGA interfaces.
Lead the development of intuitive and user-friendly graphical user interfaces for complex, multi-functional systems, ensuring alignment with user requirements and technical constraints.
Integrate AI technology into our product capabilities.
Collaborate closely with hardware engineers in dynamic, hands-on lab environments to provide critical software expertise during development and troubleshooting phases.
Debug and troubleshoot using industry-standard lab equipment (e.g., spectrum analyzers, digital oscilloscopes).
Work with systems engineers and customers to define system requirements and architecture.
Contribute to technical sections of proposals.
Support project planning and monitor cost, schedule, and technical performance.
Lead small software development teams as needed.
Demonstrate comprehensive expertise in embedded systems, including microcontrollers, GPUs, and FPGA interfaces.
Take ownership of the design and development of user-friendly and highly intuitive graphical user interfaces for complex systems, ensuring a seamless experience tailored to system requirements.
Work with systems engineers and senior stakeholders to define, review, and execute system requirements, architecture, and technical roadmaps, while driving alignment with business goals and customer needs.
Lead project planning activities at a higher scale, including medium-sized teams, and drive project success with superior leadership and technical planning.
Act as a key advisor and technical leader to improve organizational capabilities, collaborating with executive stakeholders, customers, and cross-functional teams to shape and influence the broader technical vision.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field, plus 5 years of relevant experience for Level III; 10 years for Level IV.
Must have an active U.S. Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance.
Comprehensive expertise in object-oriented design principles and extensive experience with modern software engineering practices, including continuous integration, test-driven development, and best practices for maintainable, scalable systems design.
Strong communication, collaboration, and leadership skills, with the ability to lead and mentor software engineering teams.
Familiarity with Radio Frequency (RF) technologies and concepts is a plus, with hands-on experience preferred.
Signal processing knowledge is a plus.
Track record of owning and delivering complex projects on time, meeting requirements in high-stakes environments.
Expert knowledge of object-oriented design principles and the ability to architect and deliver complex, scalable, and high-performance software solutions following modern software development best practices.
Exceptional communication, collaboration, and leadership skills, demonstrating the ability to lead technical discussions, mentor cross-functional teams, and align diverse stakeholders toward common objectives.
Established track record of owning and delivering mission-critical projects, ensuring high-quality results under strict deadlines and in high-stakes environments. Proven ability to define and manage technical risks, scope, and system performance.
Proven history of acting as a thought leader and a key contributor to innovative projects while improving organizational engineering practices.
Level III Engineer: $115,800.00 - $176,200.00 per year
Level IV Engineer: $146,500.00 - $224,500.00 per year
You’ll work on meaningful technology that directly supports the warfighter, collaborate with talented engineers across disciplines, and solve complex, real world problems every day. If you enjoy blending software, hardware, and hands on engineering challenges, you’ll feel right at home here.
At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. We promote an inclusive environment where we value individuality, differences, and unique perspectives.
Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples!
Flexible Work Schedules
Education Assistance
Career Development & Training Opportunities
Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)
Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding
Paid Parental Leave
Textron's products and services are trusted every day by those who protect our country. We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.
Textron’s compensation package includes competitive base pay and provides eligible employees with benefit programs. Benefits may include health insurance and prescription plan coverage, dental insurance, family building benefits, vision insurance, mental health resources, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and programs that provide employees time away from work. The pay range should be used as a general guide only. Compensation is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
In compliance with the local pay transparency law, the pay range for this position is
$115,800 - $176,200 per year.
Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
Recruiting Company: Textron Systems
Primary Location: US-Virginia-Chantilly
Job Function: Engineering
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Experienced
Shift: First Shift
Relocation: Available
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time
Job Posting: 08/17/2026, 10:43:38 AM
Job Number: 344417
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