Senior Principal Software Engineer – Future Flight (Onsite)
RTX Corporation2 months ago
Cedar Rapids, IA, USAStaff+
Base Salary
$132k - $252k/yr
Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate software and algorithm development activities for new prototype concepts.
- Lead simulation activities to mature capabilities for lab integration and aircraft testing.
- Define Concepts of Operations and high-level requirements for advanced capabilities.
- Decompose capabilities into required software components and integrate software solutions.
- Create functional prototypes and develop maturation and integration plans for advanced capabilities.
- Prepare and deliver demonstrations of new capabilities.
- Participate in Non-Advocate and Peer Review activities.
- Communicate plans, status, dependencies, unknowns, proof-of-concepts, and challenges to engineering leadership and teams.
- Identify development activities and components needed for successful execution.
Requirements
- STEM degree and at least 10 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field and at least 7 years of experience.
- Experience with algorithm development, simulation, avionics systems, and software integration in laboratory or aircraft environments.
- Demonstrated technical leadership, ownership, and ability to drive work across multiple stakeholders.
- Experience with Concepts of Operations, trade studies, Minimum Viable Products, and rapid prototype development.
- Experience across the software development lifecycle from requirements and design through integration, testing, and program execution.
- Ability to build technical breadth in emerging technology areas while managing priorities and commitments.
- Preferred: experience developing strategic technology roadmaps and evaluating emerging or disruptive technologies.
- Preferred: experience taking concepts from early-stage research through prototype development and transition to production.
- Preferred: experience with patents, publications, technical presentations, external technical communities, government standards committees, customers, or universities.
- Preferred: experience leading and mentoring technical teams and working independently with minimal supervision.
- Preferred: experience with software certification requirements and strong communication and collaboration skills.
- U.S. citizenship is required.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
- 401(k) plan with employer matching and separate employer retirement contributions, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option.
- Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment programs.
- Life insurance, disability coverage, and optional pet, home, auto, accident, critical illness, legal, and identity theft coverages.
- Birth, adoption, parental leave, adoption assistance, autism benefits, fertility and family planning support.
- Employee Assistance Plan with up to 10 free counseling sessions and wellness rewards.
- Virtual doctor visits, second-opinion services, and child and elder care services.
- Relocation assistance may be available.
- Onsite role in Cedar Rapids, Iowa; the application window is expected to close approximately 40 days after posting, subject to change.
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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.