Senior Principal Engineer, Software Engineering
RTX Corporation2 months ago
Cedar Rapids, IA, USAStaff+
Base Salary
$136k - $252k/yr
Responsibilities
- Develop, coordinate, and conduct complex tests and debug control and diagnostic systems containing logical and mathematical solutions.
- Conduct multidisciplinary research and collaborate on the planning, design, development, and utilization of electronic data processing systems for product and commercial software.
- Manage program-level scope, change management, schedules, and critical dependencies across system, product, and component levels.
- Design and implement build procedures supporting hardware and software product development and function.
- Recommend changes to software production component selection and application to improve software engineering activities.
- Analyze system capabilities and end-user needs to resolve issues involving program intent, output requirements, and input data acquisition.
- Lead avionics systems and software certification activities for ARP4754, DO178, and DO330.
Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science or a related field and at least 10 years of progressive Software Engineer or related aerospace experience.
- Alternatively, a master’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science or a related field and at least 7 years of Software Engineer or related aerospace experience.
- At least 5 years of experience leading avionics systems and software certification for ARP4754, DO178, and DO330.
- At least 2 years of experience with Python, Java, or C++.
- At least 2 years of experience with Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, process automation, and Kubernetes architecture.
- At least 2 years of experience with DevOps pipelines and Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment.
- Non-U.S. persons must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future company immigration sponsorship.
Benefits
- Onsite work in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, with potential in-person interview steps regardless of the role’s work designation.
- Eligible benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, 401(k) matching, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.
- Eligible applicants may receive annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation, which is not guaranteed.
- The application window is expected to close approximately 40 days after September 14, 2026, subject to business needs and candidate flow.
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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.