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Senior Software Engineer – Embedded Cryptography (Onsite – Fort Wayne, Indiana, USA)

RTX, a leading aerospace and defense company, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer with expertise in embedded cryptographic solutions to join our Crypto team within the Software Technologies directorate. This role requires a U.S. citizen with an active, transferable Secret clearance (required on day one).

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, integrate, and verify secure embedded cryptographic solutions for U.S. military communications products.
• Write secure, multi‑threaded embedded C++ or Rust codebases, collaborating closely with hardware, FPGA, and software teams.
• Define and implement requirements, develop test cases, execute verification tests, and support certification.
• Mentor and guide junior software developers, fostering technical proficiency and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional project teams to ensure alignment with strategic objectives and timely delivery of milestones.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM or equivalent field (Master’s preferred) with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience (or 3 years with an advanced degree).
• Proficiency in C++ or Rust, Python, and embedded Linux environments.
• Active U.S. government‑issued Secret security clearance, current and transferable.
• U.S. citizenship required for security clearance eligibility.
• Experience with secure systems, secure software development, or cryptographic applications is preferred but not mandatory.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience capturing and designing crypto system requirements, including algorithm implementation and verification.
• Knowledge of information assurance and cybersecurity standards.
• Technical or project lead experience ensuring successful project execution.
• Background with high‑level programming languages (C++, C#, Java, Rust, Ada, VHDL) and real‑time embedded hardware‑software integration.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary range: $86,800 – $165,200 USD, depending on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability coverage.
• Three weeks of paid vacation for new hires and additional paid time off.
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching and separate employer retirement contributions.
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment programs.
• Optional pet, home, and auto insurance, and additional life and accident coverage.
• Parent, adoption, and fertility benefits. Adoption assistance and Autism Benefit.
• Employee Assistance Program with up to 10 free counseling sessions.
• Wellness incentives, doctor on demand, and Telehealth services.
• Relocation assistance if needed.

EEO Statement

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, veteran status, or any other protected class. RTX provides affirmative action employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.