Pr. Software Test Engineer, Hardware Automation Specialist - Active Secret; Onsite in Minneapolis

Principal Software Test Engineer

Location:

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-137 ~ 855 35

Th St NE ~ BLDG 137

Position Type:
Onsite

Security Clearance:
Active DoD Secret Clearance required. U.S. citizenship required.

We’re looking for a Principal Software Test Engineer to join our team in Cedar Rapids, IA, and take a leading role in shaping the future of military communications.

In this role, you’ll lead the testing and validation of next‑generation systems powering UAVs, fighter jets, aircraft carriers, and ground vehicles.

• Design, create, and integrate software components of hardware test stations for factory and engineering labs.
• Work with test hardware equipment to develop software that tests military communication hardware products during build and manufacturing.
• Analyze and understand requirements to ensure testability.
• Develop clear and concise test objectives that guide the testing process and ensure comprehensive coverage.
• Write software for both manual and automated test cases to detect manufacturing defects, improve product quality and increase manufacturing yields.
• Analyze test results for failures and discrepancies.
• Work closely with other test engineers and product developers to verify product hardware is built correctly.
• Coordinate and collaborate with Systems, Electrical and Mechanical engineering disciplines.
• Help manage work across multiple programs.
• Mentor, lead, and review work for lower‑level engineers.

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) with minimum 8 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with minimum 5 years of experience.
• Active and transferable U.S. government‑issued security clearance required prior to start date.
• 3+ years of programming experience in C# and Python.
• 3+ years of manual use or automation of test equipment such as oscilloscopes, network analyzers, digital multimeters, and other equipment.
• 3+ years of experience in validation, verification, testing, and requirements analysis.
• Prior experience leading and managing projects.

• Strong communication, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience with SCPI commands, bug tracking, and test management tools.
• Knowledge of software testing methods (functional, integration, regression, performance).
• Proficiency with Git/Subversion, Atlassian tools, and Agile (SAFe) environments.
• Background in networking (TCP, UDP, Telnet) and embedded protocols (I2C, SPI, UART).
• Experience with Linux development and multi‑threaded applications in C, C++, or Java.
• High attention to detail with a track record of delivering quality results.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Student Loan Repayment Program.
• Life insurance and coverage.
• Optional coverages such as 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, including up to 10 free counseling sessions.
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program.
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits.
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services.
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program.
• And more!

Eligible for relocation.

The salary range for this role is $107,500 USD – $204,500 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.

The role is U.S.

-based. 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 Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.