Senior Hardware & Software Engineer

Date Posted:

2026-06-08



Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-TX-PLANO-465 ~ 465 Independence Pkwy ~ INDEPENDENCE

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 Type:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

Job Description

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. 

As an Sr. Electrical Engineer, you will be responsible for supporting a development program within the Airborne RF Electronics Design Department. You will be working as a senior software and hardware member of a team that is responsible for developing and updating testset software to support a production program onsite under the guidance of an Integrated Product Team (IPT) Lead in McKinney, Texas.

This position is an onsite role, located in Plano, TX.

What You Will Do:

• Develop and maintain software applications using C/C++ and C#
• Design and implement test solutions using National Instruments TestStand and LabWindows/CVI
• Write and debug software that interfaces with embedded system microcontroller
• Configure and manage networking setups, including Cisco switch configurations
• Operate and troubleshoot within the Windows operating system environment
• Review and approve software-related changes
• Ability to obtain program access after starting

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in a related STEM discipline such as Math, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mathematics, or a related discipline with minimum of 5 years related experience
• Experience in C/C++ programming language
• Experience with National Instruments TestStand, LabWindows/CVI, and/or LabVIEW
• Experience in MATLAB
• Experience in supporting Production and/or Test of electrical sub-systems in a manufacturing environment and analysis of technical data
• 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.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience writing and debugging software that interfaces hardware like embedded systems, microcontrollers
• Experience with PXI, DAQ, Compact RIO hardware
• Experience with software repositories, such as Git/GitLab
• Extensive knowledge on optimizing existing code for improved efficiency and reduced resource consumption
• Experience in automated testing frameworks to improve software reliability and performance

What We Offer:

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

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 86,800 USD - 165,200 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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