Sr Software Engineer - Tactical Communications (Onsite)
RTX Corporation2 months ago
Cedar Rapids, IA, USASenior
Base Salary
$87k - $165k/yr
Responsibilities
- Design and develop embedded software, networking, and communications products.
- Contribute to requirements, implementation, test development, and certification across the full software development lifecycle.
- Lead initiatives and small teams.
- Support cost, schedule, and technical performance.
- Develop secure, real-time communications systems for mission-critical military applications.
- Become a subject matter expert on assigned projects and programs.
Requirements
- U.S. citizenship is required because only U.S. citizens are eligible for the required security clearance.
- An active and existing DoD Secret security clearance is required after day 1.
- Experience with the full software development lifecycle and embedded software development.
- Experience with Python and C/C++.
- A STEM degree and at least 5 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field and at least 3 years of experience.
- Preferred qualifications include Linux development, Git or other version control systems, networking and communications protocols, Rust, multithreading, containerization, and Agile/Scrum experience.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
- 401(k) plan with employer matching and a separate employer retirement contribution.
- Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment programs.
- Life insurance, disability coverage, optional supplemental insurance, and legal and identity-theft protection.
- Parental, adoption, fertility, family-planning, autism, employee assistance, wellness, virtual healthcare, and caregiving benefits.
- The role is onsite in Cedar Rapids, Iowa and is eligible for relocation.
About RTX Corporation
RTX Corporation builds aerospace and defense systems through its Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon businesses, serving commercial aviation, the U.S. government, and allied militaries. Its products range from aircraft engines and avionics to radars, missiles, and command-and-control software, sold via long-term OEM programs and defense contracts. Formed in 2020 by the Raytheon–United Technologies merger, RTX is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia and trades on the NYSE as RTX.