Sr Software Engineer - Embedded Communications (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 86,800 - 165,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement program

Student loan repayment program

Life and disability coverage

Generous vacation policy

Adoption assistance

Wellness rewards program

Job summary

Prattwhitney is seeking a Senior Software Engineer in Cedar Rapids, IA. This role requires current DoD Secret clearance and involves designing and developing embedded software and leading teams on cutting-edge projects.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of relevant experience or an advanced degree with at least 3 years in embedded software development, particularly in C++ and Rust, within Agile environments.

The position offers medical benefits, vacation, retirement contributions, tuition reimbursement, and a salary range of $86,800 to $165,200 USD.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a STEM degree and 5 years of prior relevant experience or an advanced degree and minimum 3 years of experience.
• 3+ years with embedded software development.
• 3+ years in C++ or C.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop embedded software, networking and communication products.
• Lead efforts in complex, multi-threaded embedded software.
• Guide your team, supporting cost, schedule, and technical performance.

Skills

C++

Embedded Software Development

Agile/Scrum

Rust

Linux Development Environment

Multithreading

Networking/Communications Protocols

Version Control Systems (Git)

Education

STEM Degree

Advanced Degree

Job description

Job Overview

Senior Software Engineer – Onsite, U.S.-Citizen, U.S. Person or Authorized Immigration Status. Requires current DoD Secret clearance. Location: Cedar Rapids, IA.

What You Will Do

• Design and develop cutting‑edge embedded software, networking and communication products.
• Lead efforts in complex, multi‑threaded embedded software in C++ and Rust.
• Leverage containerization to streamline software development.
• Drive project success by directly contributing to requirements, implementation, test development and certification.
• Lead initiatives and small teams.
• Guide your team, supporting cost, schedule, and technical performance.

What You Will Learn

• Gain technical leadership experience and mentorship opportunities.
• Collaborate with experts and obtain hands‑on experience with new technologies.
• Engage with a multidisciplinary team to develop a cross‑functional skill set.
• Become a subject‑matter expert on your projects and programs.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a STEM degree and 5 years of prior relevant experience OR an advanced degree and minimum 3 years of experience.
• Experience in the full software development lifecycle.
• 3+ years with embedded software development.
• 3+ years in C++ or C.
• Experience with Rust is a plus.
• Experience in Linux development environments.
• Experience with Git or other version control systems.
• Experience with multithreading and networking/communications protocols.
• Comfortable working in Agile/Scrum environments.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Student loan repayment program.
• Life and disability coverage.
• Optional coverages: pet, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection.
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits.
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning.
• Adoption assistance.
• Autism Benefit Employee Assistance Plan (up to 10 free counseling sessions).
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program.
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits.
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services.
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program.
• Eligible for relocation and additional benefits.

Salary Range

86,800 USD – 165,200 USD.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.