Software Security Engineer - II, Onsite

RiseMe; Goleta (CA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RTX Scholar Program

401(k) match up to 4%

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

RTX Goleta, CA is seeking a Software Security Engineer II to join our Software Product Assurance team. You will develop security-focused embedded software, implement security principles, and work with cross-functional engineering teams to deliver secure sensor software.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s in STEM with 2+ years in C/C++, experience with VxWorks or Embedded Linux, and the ability to obtain interim Secret clearance. This onsite role offers competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM and 2+ years of software experience.
• Experience with C/C++ development on embedded platforms.
• Experience with VxWorks Embedded Linux or similar.
• Must be able to obtain interim Secret clearance and be a U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

• Develop security software for embedded sensor systems.
• Apply software security principles to design, develop, and test.
• Follow SW Product Assurance processes across programs.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to meet TDMC requirements.
• Interface with customers to review designs and verify maturity.

Skills

C / C++

Embedded OS

Python / Perl

Agile / DevSecOps

Security concepts

Education

Bachelor's in STEM

Tools

Petalinux/Yocto

Xilinx MPSoC

Security auditing tools

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-23

Country: United States of America

Location: US-CA-GOLETA-H03 ~ 6380 Hollister Ave ~ BLDG H03

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

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

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.

We are currently seeking a Software Security Engineer II to join our Software Product Assurance team in Goleta, Santa Barbara County, CA.

Raytheon Goleta, CA Location

What You Will Do:

Our mission is to provide world class Security Software to be used in developing and supporting deployed sensor systems on various platforms.

Implement Software Security principles to embedded software design, development, integration, and testing of real-time sensor software.

• Develop software applications using C and C++ languages on a variety of computing platforms
• Ensure the SW Product Assurance processes are followed on our programs
• Understand real-time software design and the performance implications associated with specific System Security implementations.
• Work closely with cross functional Engineering teams to define and implement Test Driven Multidisciplinary Capability (TDMC) based execution development and deployment requirements.
• Work in a common development environment to support and facilitate program ability to leverage specific capabilities.
• Interface with customer community to review technical design and support verification of system maturity.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a Bachelor's in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of relevant software experience
• Experience developing software using C / C++.
• Experience with embedded OS like VxWorks, Embedded Linux, or similar
• 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:

• Experience with Xilinx UltaScale+ MPSoC, Versal, or similar Embedded Processors.
• Embedded Software Security experience.
• Designing, implementing, testing, or fielding real-time security-oriented solutions on Department of Defense (DoD) programs (embedded experience highly preferred)
• Cyber security experience. Using security-relevant tools and devices for security auditing, network security, host/server security, communication security, or policy management.
• Secure boot, containerization and hardening concepts
• Static analysis concepts, methods & tools
• Petalinux/Yocto operating systems
• Cryptographic Algorithms
• Agile/Scrum/Kanban frameworks and DevSecOps environments
• Python / Perl
• Knowledge of modern computer architecture and hardware technologies including:
• ARM Architecture
• Interface protocols: PCIe, GPIO, I2C, SATA
• Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs)
• Application-Specific Integrated Circuits (ASICs)
• Using software configuration management and bug tracking tools
• Experience with validation and verification of software applications

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. Some of our employee benefits include:

• The RTX Employee Scholar Program pays for tuition, academic fees and books for undergraduate and graduate study at approved educational institutions
• 401(k) plan that offers a broad range of investment options. For eligible employees, we will match up to 4% of your savings to help you build financial security
• Flexible work schedules and paid time off to accommodate work/life balance including many with every other Friday off

• Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

• This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA), 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

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.

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.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

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