Software Engineer II - Embedded Software; Onsite

Position Summary

Embedded Software Engineer II (P2) – Onsite – McKinney, Texas – RTX. This associate‑level role focuses on developing Linux‑based compute platforms and mission‑critical processing systems used in advanced sensing and EO/IR programs.

• Develop software components that provide core compute‑platform services, including data transport, scheduling, and processing orchestration.
• Implement and maintain frameworks enabling scalable, high‑throughput, and low‑latency processing pipelines.
• Support definition and documentation of platform interfaces, APIs, and data flows under guidance from senior engineers.
• Integrate software across Linux‑based compute nodes and heterogeneous processing environments (CPU/GPU/accelerators).
• Manage and configure Linux OS environments and containerized runtime systems (Docker/Podman) to support platform deployment and operation.
• Participate in Agile development activities and CI/CD pipeline operations.
• Assist in performance profiling and optimization of compute workloads.
• Troubleshoot software issues within multi‑process or distributed compute environments.
• Contribute to improvements in platform tools, workflows, and software development practices.

• Minimum 2 years of systems‑level programming experience in C, C++, or Rust.
• Experience developing software in Linux environments.
• Experience with real‑time, platform, or low‑level system development concepts.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and/or Dev Sec Ops  practices within Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, or similar).
• U.S. citizenship required to obtain and maintain a U.S. government‑issued security clearance.
• Active DoD Secret clearance or willingness to obtain one.

• Experience with Docker/Podman and container security practices.
• Understanding of Linux OS security, SELinux/App Armor, or secure configuration hardening.
• Experience with secure coding practices, vulnerability mitigation, or dependency scanning.
• Familiarity with CMake, Conan, and/or Artifactory.
• Experience with NVIDIA GPU drivers, CUDA, or accelerated computing.
• Experience supporting hardware/software integration in lab environments.
• Experience with embedded Linux platforms (, aarch
  64) or real‑time kernels (Red Hawk).
• Experience with kernel‑level development, device drivers, or KO modules.
• Familiarity with PCIe, UART, SPI/BPI, or other I/O interfaces.
• Experience with Ethernet, IP/TCP/UDP, or network interface development.
• Exposure to MIL‑STD‑1553, Camera Link, or CoaXPress.
• Experience with Yocto, Petalinux, Device Tree, GRUB, or U‑Boot.
• Familiarity with VPX/SOSA hardware architectures, SBCs, or EO/IR sensor systems.

• Competitive salary range: 68,900 USD – 131,100 USD.
• Relocation assistance for eligible candidates.
• Benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, and paid time off.
• Employee assistance program, parental leave, and holiday pay.
• Exposure to cutting‑edge aerospace and defense technologies.

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, veteran status, or any other protected class. RTX provides affirmative action for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in compliance with applicable laws.