Principal Software Lead Engineer - Embedded Communications; ONSITE

Principal Software Lead Engineer

Position Type:
Onsite, U.S.

-based. Requires U.S. citizenship and an active Secret clearance.

• Drive Embedded Software Engineering Excellence:
  Demonstrate expert proficiency in embedded C/C++ and Python throughout all phases of software development.
• Lead Technical Proposals and Program Cost Estimations:
  Develop technical proposals and detailed program-level cost estimates for bid and proposal cycles.
• Lead and Coordinate Software Execution for Small Teams:
  Manage software development execution for small teams, ensuring technical quality and alignment with program cost and schedule.
• Translate Customer Requirements into Comprehensive Solutions:
  Convert customer requirements into end-to-end system solutions addressing technical, schedule, and cost constraints.
• Manage Program Cost, Schedule, and Risk:
  Estimate, track, and communicate program performance metrics, including cost, schedule, and risk, aligned with earned value management.
• Proactively Identify and Mitigate Risks:
  Use technical expertise to identify potential risks early and implement proactive mitigation measures.

Eligible for a sign‑on bonus.

• Experience with Cost Account Management over a team of engineers.
• Experience with Integrated Master Schedule for a multi‑year program.
• Experience with Risk/Opportunity frameworks to manage complex program execution for schedule and cost constraints.
• Experience with product owner duties, scope management, and backlog management.
• Active and transferable Secret clearance prior to start date.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• Typically requires a STEM degree with a minimum of 8 years relevant experience, or an advanced degree with a minimum of 5 years experience.

• Experience with multi‑threaded real‑time embedded applications.
• Prior experience leading proposals and bidding exercises using the SEER parametric estimation tool.
• Experience with Agile development methodology and agile team leadership.
• Experience in TCP/IP network applications development.
• Experience with UML.
• Background and/or knowledge of cross‑domain solution integration.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching and separate retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Student loan repayment program.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Optional coverages (pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal,  protection).
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits.
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning.
• Adoption assistance.
• Autism benefit.
• Employee assistance plan with counseling sessions.
• Healthy You incentives and wellness rewards program.
• Doctor on Demand virtual doctor visits.
• Bright Horizons child and elder care services.
• Teladoc Medical experts and second opinion program.
• Eligibility for relocation assistance.

107,500 USD – 204,500 USD

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.

RTX provides affirmative action for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.