RTX

2 weeks ago

Principal Embedded Software Engineer - Platform and Foundation Software (Onsite)

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Job Summary

Lead the development of embedded platform control software for next-generation processing architectures used in safety-critical avionics. Shape system architecture and secure boot/trusted initialization flows, develop low-level drivers and bring-up tools, and guide integration of RTOS/BSP deliverables (including Wind River Helix). Drive virtual-platform development, resolve complex hardware/software issues, support avionics certification work, and provide technical leadership across small teams and suppliers.

Location: United States

Workplace: Onsite

Employment Type: Full time

Job Function: Software Engineering

Seniority: Sr. Manager level

Key Responsibilities

•Lead the design and development of embedded platform software for processor control, power management, system health monitoring, and hardware coordination.
•Architect and integrate secure boot flows, platform security mechanisms, and trusted initialization paths.
•Develop low-level drivers, HAL layers, diagnostics, and bring-up tools for new processing hardware.
•Drive early embedded development using virtual platforms (simulation, emulation, FPGA prototypes) prior to hardware availability.
•Provide technical leadership and oversight across suppliers and cross-functional teams, including integration/validation of RTOS/BSP deliverables and debugging hardware/software interactions.

Pay and Benefits

Salary: USD 107,500 - 204,500 annually

Perks:Health InsuranceDentalVision401kLife InsuranceParental LeavePaid LeaveStudent LoanDisability CoverageRemote Work

Key Requirements

•Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
•Typically 8+ years of embedded software development experience.
•Strong proficiency in C/C++ and embedded systems architecture.
•Experience with SoC/MPSoC platform software (ASIC-based platforms strongly preferred).
•Demonstrated experience leading small teams or technical workstreams.

Experience:8+ yearsEmbedded softwareSoC/MPSoCAvionics

Education:Bachelor's in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science (or related field)

Skills:CommunicationMentoringTeam leadershipCross-functional influenceRisk management

Tech Stack:CC++Embedded systemsSecure bootTrusted initializationQEMUFPGARTOSWind River HelixHALCI/CDAutomated build/test pipelinesBSPDriversVirtual platformsSimulationEmulation

Company Brief

RTX

Designs, manufactures, and services aerospace and defense systems, including aircraft engines, avionics, aerostructures, missiles, and cybersecurity solutions for commercial, military, and government customers worldwide.

Industry: Aerospace Manufacturing

Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)

Revenue: USD 1B+

Growth: Public Company

Valuation: Public Company (Market Cap in USD)

Funding: IPO / Publicly Listed

Headquarters: Arlington, United States

Founded: 2020

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