Principal Embedded Software Engineer (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2025-10-28

Country:

United States of America

Location:

RI101: 1847 W Main Rd 1847 W. Main Road Nimitz Building, Portsmouth, RI, 02871 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance​

Security Clearance:

DoD Clearance: Secret

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.

We are seeking a skilled Principal Embedded Software Engineer to join our Radar Digital Product Line team.  The ideal candidate will have a passion for creating high-performance applications and will be involved in all stages of the software development lifecycle. You will work onsite in Portsmouth, Rhode Island. 

What You Will Do:

• Develop robust and scalable software in C++ running on Linux or UNIX operating systems using Agile development methods
• Design, implement, test, and maintain radar software applications, while ensuring system integration and scalability.
• Create/update MATLAB scripts for use in verifying software requirements
• Tackle difficult problems and successfully deliver results on schedule
• Participate in design/code/test reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.
• Stay current with industry trends and advancements in C/C++ technologies, especially in relation to complex systems and continuous delivery.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of experience.
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
• Experience in software design, integration and test utilizing C / C++ in a Real-time, multi-threaded software development environment.
• Experience in a Unix/Linux operating system

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Familiarity with software development methodologies (Agile, Scrum, etc.).
• Software development experience in a DoD environment
• Experience with Network Communication Protocols, Shell Scripting (ksh, csh, bash, Perl), software development tools like Git/Clearcase, software debuggers (GDB), LINUX/UNIX text editors (vi/Gvim/Emacs), and MATLAB
• Experience leading small projects/efforts.
• Experience providing technical guidance/mentorship to junior engineers

What We Offer:

Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs.

Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

Learn More & Apply Now!

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

Welcome to Raytheon in Portsmouth, RI

This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

RTX Corporation is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000 employees enable the company