Senior Principal Software Engineer-Software Technical Authority

Date Posted:

2024-06-28

Country:

United States of America

Location:

AZ802: RMS AP Bldg 802 1151 East Hermans Road Building 802, Tucson, AZ, 85756 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression.  We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat.  Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

The Software organization develops software applications, including integration and test on missiles, launchers, radars, naval systems, fire control and other complex systems.  Our precision software and firmware integrate operating systems, device drivers, networking, and control software to bring together sensor, guidance, and flight control processing features to complete the mission.  The Software org is made up of several Centers located across the country, responsible for all aspects of the software development lifecycle.  Our 4000+ software engineers design, develop, and build innovative solutions for our customers.  Join our fast-paced agile teams on the leading edge of technology. 

This Senior Principal Software Engineer/ Software Technical Authority position will support major Naval Power and Air, Space and Defense Systems missile program efforts. This individual needs to be a proven Real-Time Embedded Software Subject Matter Expert with a recent track record of successfully designing and developing flight software for missile interceptors.

The Glide Phase Interceptor (GPI) SW Technical Authority is responsible for architecting, developing, and integrating Real-Time Embedded Software on target hardware environments. In addition, the SW Technical Authority will be the primary Software Engineering interface to the customer technical community, Office of the Chief Engineer, Program Management, and other program stakeholders. The responsibilities for the SW Technical Authority encompass the following: technical execution and leading the team through the Software Development lifecycle (SRR, PDR, CDR, FQT), including transition production.  

This position is within the Effectors Center of the Software organization, and is an onsite role located in Tucson, AZ.

We value diverse skills and experience, so don't hold back.  We encourage curious, creative problem solvers to join our team of bright, dedicated software craftspeople in designing and implementing highly innovative systems.  If you’re passionate about what you could accomplish here, we’d love to hear from you.

What You Will Do

• Plan/schedule tasks and design, develop, and maintain advanced software applications for our interceptor missiles.
• Work in close collaboration with systems engineers, hardware designers, and other software engineers to deliver reliable and high-performance software solutions.
• Design, implement, and test applications and software components for tactical and factory systems.
• Work in a systems Model Based Systems Engineering Architecture (MBSE) role.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define software requirements and specifications.
• Work with previously written code and make modifications as necessary.
• Ensure software performance, reliability, and scalability.
• Participate in software design reviews, code reviews, and system integration activities.
• Contribute to the completion of program and project milestones under the specific guidance of their immediate supervisor.
• Follow established Software processes and procedures, development, documentation and maintenance/management of operations concepts, requirements (system, element, segment level), external and internal interfaces, and other software engineering work products/artifacts.
• Understand, evaluate, and develop metrics to assess product health and schedule.

What You Will Learn

• The workings of Missile Systems.
• New tools that will keep you state-of-the-art.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in software development and missile technology to drive innovation.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and 10 years prior relevant experience.
• Experience developing embedded software utilizing C, C++.
• Experience architecting, developing, and integrating real time embedded software for tactical flight and factory software, including on target hardware.
• Experience as a Team Lead, Technical Lead, and/or Subject Matter Expert (SME) in fields of knowledge (EO, GNC, RADAR, GPS, Data Links, Launch Platforms (Shipboard and Ground Systems).
• Experience developing software board support package (BSP), Wind River VxWorks for C/C++ or equivalent development tools.
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience in systems engineering related to Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and architecture.
• Software development experience using C. C++ in both Windows and Linux
• Agile software development experience.
• Software architecture and algorithm development experience.
• Cyber Security experience
• Experience with software automated test tools such as GoogleTest for Unit Testing, Maveric, Python scripts (or equivalent).

Learn More & Apply Now!

• RTX solves some of the toughest challenges in aerospace and defense. That requires expansive thinking and bold innovation – and that, in turn, requires a culture that is diverse, equitable and inclusive.

We embrace individuality and diversity of thought to fuel opportunity for our employees, our customers, and our communities. We work toward progress, knowing that a more inclusive world is critical to our mission. Not just in this moment, but always.

We offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the superior benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance, and child/adult backup care.  We have Full-time and Part-time opportunities available.

• Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

• Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.
• This position is onsite at our campus in beautiful Tucson, AZ. Tucson has a friendly, caring, and laid-back atmosphere, combined with the innovation and energy of a metropolitan region, and recognized as one of America’s 10 Best Small Cities. Surrounded by beautiful mountains, colorful Sonoran Desert landscape and majestic saguaro cacti, Tucson is blessed with some of nature’s best work. Tucson is known for its bright blue skies, and with more than 310 sunny days per year, Tucson’s fantastic weather lets residents enjoy the outdoors year-round.

Virtual Fly Over City of Tucson & Community, YouTube Video Links

• “Raytheon In Tucson”: https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-tucson,-az-location
• “Tucson is Awesome”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i65wOwKcNIQ
• “Winter in Tucson”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yZdKKkF0QkE

The salary range for this role is 118,000 USD - 246,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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