Principal Embedded Software Engineer

About Raytheon and the Mission

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.

About the Role

You will join the Receiver/Exciter & Processing Architecture (REPA) Department, where the primary goal is to design, develop, and support land and sea-based radar systems. This role exists to enhance the sustainability of our current radar products by bridging the gap between legacy and modern technologies.

As a Principal Embedded Software Engineer, you will be the unique engineer tasked with transitioning legacy radar hardware and software to current platforms. Your day-to-day will involve maintaining and troubleshooting deployed systems while actively porting legacy Unix and VxWorks software to modern Linux environments. You will work on meaningful problems that ensure the continued reliability of critical defense infrastructure.

Location and Work Model

This is a 1st shift role based in Marlborough, MA (1001 Boston Post Rd, Building 2). The position is 100% onsite. As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid, or remote.

Security and Citizenship Requirements

This position requires an active DoD Secret security clearance. U.S. citizenship is mandatory, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance. The selected candidate must be able to obtain and maintain this clearance after day one. The DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process.

Our Values and Culture

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX, we value Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation. These principles guide how we approach the tough challenges of modern defense engineering.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment 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.