Real Time Embedded Systems Principal Software Engineer P4 (Onsite)

Date Posted:
2026-01-02
Country:
United States of America
Location:
PW100: East Hartford 400 Main Street, East Hartford, CT, 06118 USA
Position Role Type:
Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
Security Clearance:
None/Not Required

Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight-designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within, we're seeking the people to drive it. So, calling all curious.

Come ready to explore and you'll find a place where your talent takes flight-beyond the borders of title, a country or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and we'll welcome you into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry that's evolving fast to the future.

At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?

What You Will Do

Pratt & Whitney, a recognized leading producer of the world's most advanced jet engines, is looking for dedicated individuals to become a part of our organization. If you would like to work in a dynamic environment and possess the motivation to incorporate new ideas into practice, this may be the opportunity you've been waiting for!

Control & Diagnostic Systems (CDS) is a dynamic engineering organization focused on the development and certification of military, commercial and industrial gas turbine engine control and diagnostic systems. CDS is responsible for all aspects of Pratt & Whitney engine control and diagnostic system development including requirements analysis & definition, system & software architecture, algorithm design and product software design, verification & validation. We integrate the control and diagnostic system design across other engine system modules and with the air vehicles and provide support throughout the complete engine product life cycle.

The Real-Time Embedded Systems discipline within CDS is responsible for the foundational software layer that abstracts the hardware and manages the resources for engine control and prognostic and health management applications for P&W engines using state of the art technologies, tools & methodologies.

Primary Responsibilities

• As a Team Lead, you will be a key driver in delivering high-quality, safety-critical software, balancing technical contribution with team leadership and project execution.
• Leadership & Project Management
• Lead projects and people with strong cross-functional integration, ensuring seamless collaboration with other CDS teams and external stakeholders.
• Provide technical oversight for the team's work on safety-critical embedded software projects.
• Identify & plan tasks, coordinate daily activities and lead the team to deliver results with cross-functional integration across various engineering disciplines (e.g., control systems, hardware).
• Demonstrate forward thinking and good decision-making in technical and resource allocation matters, proactively addressing potential roadblocks.
• Identify the need for and plan a project, including defining scope, milestones, and necessary resources.
• Technical & Mentorship
• Coach and mentor team members, fostering professional growth and knowledge transfer, especially for early career engineers.
• Experience with software configuration management, issue tracking tools, and agile methodologies.
• Identify key process improvements to increase efficiency and maintain compliance with standards.
• Participate in daily stand-ups with CDS Product Managers and present as needed to CIPT.
• Interface with the customer to understand and aid in debugging issues at customer test beds.
• Author and review requirements, capture designs, and write low-level software for embedded target processors in C language.
• Perform software debugging on the target platform and conduct hardware-software integration testing.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)
• 8 years of engineering experience, or an Advanced Degree and 5 years' experience.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Proven experience leading technical teams or projects, demonstrating the core leadership skills listed above.
• Direct, hands-on experience in the development and troubleshooting of safety-critical embedded software (e.g., compliant with RTCA DO-178C or similar standards).
• Proven experience in control system software architecture, requirements, and design.
• Solid experience in C, or assembly language programming.
• Experience with scripting languages
• Familiarity with communication protocols such as ARINC429, CAN bus, and the Ethernet communication stack.
• Experience using logic analyzers, emulators, and specialized test hardware.

What We Offer

• Benefits
• Relocation Assistance

Learn More & Apply Now!

EDSI Commercial Engines Programs (CE) and Military Engines Programs (ME)

The EDSI Commercial Engines and Military Engines organizations are focused on delivering systems solutions to meet customer requirements, driving engineering quality and productivity, and developing the next generation if systems engineers. EDSI is responsible for the integration of components, modules, and sub-systems into world class commercial and military propulsion systems.

Controls & Diagnostics Systems (CDS)

CDS develops complex, cyber-resilient control systems and software for commercial and military engines including power and thermal management Systems and auxiliary power units. CDS also develops advanced diagnostic & health management systems to monitor our products, forecast events and help facilitate MRO operations. With growing emphasis on sustainability, CDS is on the forefront of system development for hybrid and electric propulsion.

What is my role type?

In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We've introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment. This role is:

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

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee's personal responsibility.

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 107,500 USD - 204,500 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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