Principal Software Systems Quality Engineer onsite Huntsville, AL

Overview

Principal Software Systems Quality Engineer (Compliance) – Huntsville, Alabama.

On‑site role requiring U.S. citizenship and an existing DoD Secret clearance that can be maintained after the first day. The Senior Engineer will support Land & Air Defense Systems (LADS) programs such as Global Patriot, Ghost‑Eye, and counter unmanned aerial systems, collaborating with software, systems, integration, test, and safety engineering teams.

• Review document deliverables, including CDRL, command media, software release packages (Windchill PDM, Azure Dev Ops), change requests, defect reports, and test artifacts.
• Participate in peer reviews, change control boards (CCB, SRB), and tracking books to capture quality metrics.
• Attend test witnessing sessions for Software Qualification Test (SQT) and Full‑Mission Test (FQT).
• Conduct audits of processes and deliverables, recommending corrective actions where necessary.
• Perform independent evaluations and risk assessments across the entire life cycle, facilitating root‑cause analysis.
• Leverage modern Agile and Dev Sec Ops  practices while ensuring compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to senior leadership, peers, and cross‑disciplinary teams.

• Minimum Requirements:
• U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a government‑issued security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM).
• Eight years of quality or engineering experience applying Agile, testing, requirements, software development, defect management, release, metrics, and analysis practices.
• Proficiency in Agile tools (SCRUM, JIRA), test planning, code reviewing, configuration management, and release management.
• Strong analytical skills and experience facilitating root‑cause analysis.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Certifications in quality, software engineering, systems engineering, Agile, cyber/IA, or project management.
• Experience with Confluence, Azure Dev Ops Server, Jenkins, Git Hub, Coverity, Clear Case, DOORS, RQM, Cameo, Rhapsody.
• Knowledge of ISO
  9001, AS9115, AS9100, and quality management systems.
• Familiarity with security and compliance audit processes, patch management, and configuration control.
• Background in Dev Sec Ops , continuous integration/delivery pipelines, and network infrastructure management.

• Competitive salary range: $107,500 – $204,500.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Flexible spending accounts and flexible work schedules.
• Employee assistance program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.
• Optional short‑term and long‑term incentive compensation programs.

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 adheres to Section 503 and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act to provide affirmative action for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans.