The Systems Engineering and Test Capabilities (SETC) organization is currently hiring a Senior ... Detailed experience in one or more of the following domains: embedded software, nuclear ...
The Systems Engineering and Test Capabilities (SETC) organization is currently hiring a Senior ... Detailed experience in one or more of the following domains: embedded software, nuclear ...
Development, integration, and testing of embedded tactical missile flight code * Definition and ... System-level performance assessments * GPS/INS navigation systems, sensors, and algorithms
Development, integration, and testing of embedded tactical missile flight code * Definition and ... System-level performance assessments * GPS/INS navigation systems, sensors, and algorithms
Senior Embedded Software Engineer II, Edge
American Fork, UT · On-site
$110K - $145K/yr
Review and provide guidance on system architecture, design patterns, and technology choices. Drive ... software engineering experience, with a focus on embedded development. * Object-oriented and ...
Senior Embedded Software Engineer II, Edge
American Fork, UT · On-site
$110K - $145K/yr
Review and provide guidance on system architecture, design patterns, and technology choices. Drive ... software engineering experience, with a focus on embedded development. * Object-oriented and ...
Experience in System Security Engineering, Anti-Tamper, Cybersecurity or Embedded System Security * Experience in designing, implementing, testing and fielding real-time embedded security solutions ...
Experience in System Security Engineering, Anti-Tamper, Cybersecurity or Embedded System Security * Experience in designing, implementing, testing and fielding real-time embedded security solutions ...
Experience in System Security Engineering, Anti-Tamper, Cybersecurity or Embedded System Security * Experience in designing, implementing, testing and fielding real-time embedded security solutions ...
Experience in System Security Engineering, Anti-Tamper, Cybersecurity or Embedded System Security * Experience in designing, implementing, testing and fielding real-time embedded security solutions ...
FPGA Engineer
Salt Lake City, UT · On-site
$125K - $161K/yr
... embedded software, System Integration, Hardware Security, Xilinx, Simulation, IP core, Versal ... S. Government Security Clearance FPGA Engineer The EndoSec FPGA Engineer is responsible for the ...
FPGA Engineer
Salt Lake City, UT · On-site
$125K - $161K/yr
... embedded software, System Integration, Hardware Security, Xilinx, Simulation, IP core, Versal ... S. Government Security Clearance FPGA Engineer The EndoSec FPGA Engineer is responsible for the ...
As our Hardware Test Systems Engineer , you will be responsible for verifying and validating the ... Familiarity with standard embedded communication protocols (SPI, UART, I2C, etc) as well as ...
As our Hardware Test Systems Engineer , you will be responsible for verifying and validating the ... Familiarity with standard embedded communication protocols (SPI, UART, I2C, etc) as well as ...
Sentinel Sr Principal Embedded Software Engineer - 17793*
Roy, UT · On-site
$122K - $184K/yr
Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking Sr. Principal Embedded Software Engineers for the Flight / Guidance Navigation & Control (GN&C) Software Team. This position will be located in Roy, Utah ...
Sentinel Sr Principal Embedded Software Engineer - 17793*
Roy, UT · On-site
$122K - $184K/yr
Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking Sr. Principal Embedded Software Engineers for the Flight / Guidance Navigation & Control (GN&C) Software Team. This position will be located in Roy, Utah ...
Sentinel Sr Principal Embedded Software Engineer - 17793*
Roy, UT · On-site
$122K - $184K/yr
Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking Sr. Principal Embedded Software Engineers for the Flight / Guidance Navigation & Control (GN&C) Software Team. This position will be located in Roy, Utah ...
Sentinel Sr Principal Embedded Software Engineer - 17793*
Roy, UT · On-site
$122K - $184K/yr
Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking Sr. Principal Embedded Software Engineers for the Flight / Guidance Navigation & Control (GN&C) Software Team. This position will be located in Roy, Utah ...
Senior Specialist, Software Engineering
Salt Lake City, UT · On-site
$117K - $154K/yr
... seeking a software engineer with a background and experience in embedded real-time software ... Contribute to lifecycle of embedded real-time systems by designing, coding, testing, debugging, and ...
Senior Specialist, Software Engineering
Salt Lake City, UT · On-site
$117K - $154K/yr
... seeking a software engineer with a background and experience in embedded real-time software ... Contribute to lifecycle of embedded real-time systems by designing, coding, testing, debugging, and ...
The Production Fixture Systems Engineer designs and develops hardware and software solutions for ... This role will focus on providing high-quality and efficient embedded solutions to support ...
The Production Fixture Systems Engineer designs and develops hardware and software solutions for ... This role will focus on providing high-quality and efficient embedded solutions to support ...
Associate Systems Engineer with Security Clearance
Hill Air Force Base, UT · On-site
$51K - $82K/yr
Systems Engineers support the Nuclear Safety Cross-Check and Nuclear Safety Analysis programs ... Perform detailed evaluation of embedded software to verify that software requirements are correctly ...
Associate Systems Engineer with Security Clearance
Hill Air Force Base, UT · On-site
$51K - $82K/yr
Systems Engineers support the Nuclear Safety Cross-Check and Nuclear Safety Analysis programs ... Perform detailed evaluation of embedded software to verify that software requirements are correctly ...
Associate Systems Engineer with Security Clearance
Hill Air Force Base, UT · On-site
$51K - $82K/yr
Systems Engineers support the Nuclear Safety Cross-Check and Nuclear Safety Analysis programs ... Perform detailed evaluation of embedded software to verify that software requirements are correctly ...
Associate Systems Engineer with Security Clearance
Hill Air Force Base, UT · On-site
$51K - $82K/yr
Systems Engineers support the Nuclear Safety Cross-Check and Nuclear Safety Analysis programs ... Perform detailed evaluation of embedded software to verify that software requirements are correctly ...
The Production Fixture Systems Engineer designs and develops hardware and software solutions for ... This role will focus on providing high-quality and efficient embedded solutions to support ...
The Production Fixture Systems Engineer designs and develops hardware and software solutions for ... This role will focus on providing high-quality and efficient embedded solutions to support ...
Senior Specialist, Software Engineering 1
$117K - $154K/yr
... seeking a software engineer with a background and experience in embedded real-time software ... Contribute to lifecycle of embedded real-time systems by designing, coding, testing, debugging, and ...
Senior Specialist, Software Engineering 1
$117K - $154K/yr
... seeking a software engineer with a background and experience in embedded real-time software ... Contribute to lifecycle of embedded real-time systems by designing, coding, testing, debugging, and ...
Sentinel Sr Principal Embedded Software Engineer - 17793*
Roy, UT · On-site
$122K - $184K/yr
Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking Sr. Principal Embedded Software Engineers for the Flight / Guidance Navigation & Control (GN&C) Software Team. This position will be located in Roy, Utah ...
Sentinel Sr Principal Embedded Software Engineer - 17793*
Roy, UT · On-site
$122K - $184K/yr
Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking Sr. Principal Embedded Software Engineers for the Flight / Guidance Navigation & Control (GN&C) Software Team. This position will be located in Roy, Utah ...
Electrical Engineering Manager
Salt Lake City, UT · On-site
$118K - $152K/yr
You'll be managing a growing team of engineers, steering the development of embedded systems, power electronics, and RF communication hardware that define the next generation of autonomous aircraft.
Electrical Engineering Manager
Salt Lake City, UT · On-site
$118K - $152K/yr
You'll be managing a growing team of engineers, steering the development of embedded systems, power electronics, and RF communication hardware that define the next generation of autonomous aircraft.
Sr. Staff Software Architect-Guidance Systems Integration-14255
Roy, UT · On-site
$162K - $243K/yr
... engineers. Candidate will also participate and advise in the formal testing approach for embedded ... of Systems Engineering & Test Experience with System architecture, design, requirements ...
Sr. Staff Software Architect-Guidance Systems Integration-14255
Roy, UT · On-site
$162K - $243K/yr
... engineers. Candidate will also participate and advise in the formal testing approach for embedded ... of Systems Engineering & Test Experience with System architecture, design, requirements ...
They will architect complex systems and lead the design, development, testing, and deployment ... engineers. Candidate will also participate and advise in the formal testing approach for embedded ...
They will architect complex systems and lead the design, development, testing, and deployment ... engineers. Candidate will also participate and advise in the formal testing approach for embedded ...
Technical Project manager L1
Redmond, UT · On-site
The role involves managing technical programs, overseeing software engineering processes, and coordinating various initiatives related to embedded systems and cloud infrastructure. Responsibilities ...
Technical Project manager L1
Redmond, UT · On-site
The role involves managing technical programs, overseeing software engineering processes, and coordinating various initiatives related to embedded systems and cloud infrastructure. Responsibilities ...
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| Aspect | Embedded Systems Engineer | Firmware Engineer |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related fields; certifications like Certified Embedded Systems Engineer | Bachelor's in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering; certifications like Certified Firmware Engineer |
| Work Environment | Designing and developing embedded hardware/software for devices like automotive, medical, consumer electronics | Writing low-level code to optimize firmware for microcontrollers and embedded devices |
| Industry Usage | Used across automotive, aerospace, consumer electronics, industrial automation | Primarily in consumer electronics, IoT devices, and embedded hardware products |
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Full-time
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Posted 4 days ago
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Job description
Date Posted:
2026-05-20Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
US-AZ-TUCSON-805 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 805Position Role Type:
OnsiteU.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 clearanceSecurity Clearance Type:
DoD Clearance: SecretSecurity Clearance Status:
Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start dateAt 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.
The Systems Engineering and Test Capabilities (SETC) organization is currently hiring a Senior Principal Systems Engineer to join our Tucson, AZ location. SETC is an exciting and challenging environment where you will have the opportunity to design, develop and partner with multi-disciplines to shape innovative solutions for our customers. Join our organization and experience the Systems V engineering life cycle while interfacing with a variety of engineering disciplines, subject matter experts, chief engineers, chief technologists, the customer, and so many more to ensure we design, integrate, and strengthen our systems to work the first time and every time for our warfighters!
The Senior Principal Systems Engineer – Effectors will take a leading role in interfacing with the customer to develop CONOPS, system architecture, system requirements and manage qualification, verification and validation. You will also lead and perform functional / physical analysis, allocation, and trade studies. You will plan the Systems approach to engineering testing, integration and flight-testing, production, system deployment, and post deployment support across the product lifecycle. The Senior Principal Systems Engineer – Effectors role requires a high level of technical proficiency in all aspects of the systems engineering lifecycle with a focus on test and production test environments.
What You Will Do
Interface with customers and key suppliers
Develop CONOPS
Develop & Refine System Architecture
Develop & Refine System Requirements and lead team developing Subsystem level Requirements
Perform Functional & Physical Analyses
Perform Functional Allocation
Develop and Lead Requirements Verification Strategies and Plans
Developing Integrated Systems Security Solutions
System Level to Subassembly Integration, Verification, and Validation planning and execution
Support System Deployment
Support Production
Support Life-cycle Logistics
Cross-functional collaboration and coordination
Establish and maintain relationships with other Programs, Program Leadership, and the customer community
Coordinate with program leadership on long term strategy and planning
Review and support trade studies, down-selects, and other analyses
CDRL management, report development, and delivery
Develop materials for customer meetings (Reviews, Technical Interface Meetings, status meetings, etc.) and brief customer representatives
Qualifications You Must Have
Typically requires a Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM preferred) and a minimum of 10 years of prior engineering experience.
Experience in Systems Engineering, Test Systems and Environments, System Architecture, and/or Design
Experience working on a cross-functional team of Systems Engineers and multidiscipline engineers
Experience leading cross-functional teams through developmental gates such as Systems Requirements Review, Preliminary Design Review, Critical Design Review, or Test Readiness Review
Qualifications We Prefer
Post Graduate degree in in Engineering, Computer Science, Math or Physics
Understanding of Systems Engineering Product Development Cycle
Detailed experience in one or more of the following domains: embedded software, nuclear survivability, RF signal processing, GNC, RF system integration & test, 6DOF/model development
Prior work experience giving technical briefs or presentations with strong verbal and written communication skills
Interfacing with customers
Developing & Refining CONOPS, System Architecture, System Requirement, and Requirements Verification Strategies & Plans
Performing Functional & Physical Analyses and Allocation
Creating & Maintaining Specifications
Subassembly and System Integration & Verification
What We Offer
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.
Relocation Eligible – Relocation assistance is available
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.
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
This position is an onsite role – Tucson, AZ: https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-tucson,-az-location
We Are RTX
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.
The salary range for this role is 132,400 USD - 251,600 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.Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.This role is a U.S.-based role. 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 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.
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