Senior Software Security Engineer, Onsite

RTX, formerly known as Raytheon Technologies, stands as the world’s largest aerospace and defense company, employing over 185,000 talented individuals globally. The company is renowned for its commitment to innovation, engineering excellence, and solving some of the most complex challenges in aerospace and defense. Leveraging over a century of experience, RTX delivers cutting-edge solutions that support national security, protect freedoms, and advance technological frontiers. With three market-leading businesses, extensive research and development investments, and a culture built on values like Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation, RTX offers unparalleled capabilities and career opportunities.

This particular opportunity is for a Senior Software Security Engineer located onsite in El Segundo, California. The successful candidate will join RTX’s Software Product Assurance team, focusing on embedded program protection and cybersecurity across various defense-related programs. The role demands active participation in the design, development, integration, and testing of real-time sensor software, with an emphasis on software security principles embedded within systems architecture. The position requires expertise in C and C++ development and familiarity with embedded operating systems like VxWorks or Embedded Linux.

The engineer will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams to implement secure software solutions that meet stringent defense standards. Additionally, the role involves ensuring compliance with software product assurance processes, engaging with customers for technical design reviews, and supporting system maturity verification. The position is critical to the deployment of sensor systems on multiple platforms aimed at enhancing defense capabilities.

Eligibility for this role requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance at the secret level from the Department of Defense. RTX provides relocation assistance and a competitive salary range between $95,500 and $181,700, depending on experience and qualifications.

RTX’s commitment to employee well-being includes a comprehensive benefits package featuring medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability benefits, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, and paid time off among others. The company fosters an inclusive environment ensuring equal consideration for employment regardless of race, gender, age, disability, or veteran status, upholding affirmative action policies where applicable. RTX anticipates all candidates to participate in some in-person interviews as part of their secure hiring practice.

Joining RTX as a Senior Software Security Engineer provides a unique chance to impact national and global security while advancing your career in a technologically sophisticated and supportive environment. The role demands a blend of technical excellence, a security-focused mindset, and collaborative spirit to push the boundaries of aerospace defense technologies.