RTX · 2 months ago
Principal Software Engineer - Embedded Cybersecurity (Onsite)
RTX is at the forefront of innovation within the Secure Mission Solutions directorate, pioneering advanced embedded cryptographic capabilities for U.S. military communications products. As a Principal Software Engineer, you will lead the design, development, integration, and verification of embedded encryption algorithms, working closely with cross-functional teams and mentoring other engineers.
AerospaceManufacturingSecuritySensorTelecommunications
Responsibilities
Champion Software Development and Integration: Lead the architecture and evolution of a multi-threaded embedded C++ product codebase, setting the standard for innovation and excellence at the forefront of technology
Architect Cutting-Edge Embedded Solutions: Spearhead the design and development of advanced embedded cryptographic solutions and communications products, ensuring they align with long-term strategic goals and industry standards
Steer Project Success: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define comprehensive requirements, oversee software implementation, and drive test case development, verification test execution, and certification processes
Mentor and Inspire: Cultivate a high-performing engineering culture by mentoring and empowering software developers, enhancing technical expertise and promoting best practices for process improvement
Elevate Security and Reliability: Take a proactive role in shaping products that significantly enhance the security and reliability of critical communications systems, influencing best practices and guiding the direction of future innovations
Qualification
Required
Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience
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
Software development and integration experience embedded C and C++ product software
Software development and integration experience on complex multi-threaded product software code bases
Experience with standard full lifecycle software development practices and configuration management tools
Preferred
Knowledge and experience in embedded security software development and integration
Comfortable working in a Linux development environment, with experience in mutexes, semaphores, queues, and inter-process communication
Exposure to crypto algorithms and their implementation
Ability to mentor engineers on software development skills and practices
Strong desire to collaborate in a team environment, with experience in Agile methodologies
Proven track record of meeting project milestones and driving process efficiency improvements
Experience leading teams and managing projects through the full software lifecycle
Proficiency in scripting languages like Python and experience with IP networking and networking protocols
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, 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, including 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 more!
Company
RTX
RTX is comprised of three market-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney and Raytheon – working as one to answer the biggest questions and solve the hardest problems in aerospace and defense.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.2MKey Investors
LIFT Ecosystem Accelerator
2024-02-22Grant· $0.2M
2019-06-09Acquired
2010-01-14Grant· $3M
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