Senior Software Engineer [Embedded / Radar]
$95.5k - $181.7kRTX
Date Posted: 2026-06-30 Country: United States of America Location: US-CA-EL SEGUNDO-R01 ~ 2000 E Imperial Hwy ~ BLDG R01 Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. 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 after day 1 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. Raytheon Space and Air division in El Segundo, CA is seeking a Senior Software Engineer [Embedded / Radar] to be part of their product development teams for the Gen4 Tactical Airborne Radar group. Visit Raytheon Landing Page: Raytheon El Segundo, CA Location ( What you will do: Work on complex technical problems and provide highly innovative solutions. Effectively contribute at all phases of the SW development lifecycle, including SW/HW integration Develop RT embedded SW, specifically pertaining to various radar modes and capabilities. Utilize strong investigation and troubleshooting skills to assess issues and develop solutions. Work effectively with team across multiple disciplines, internal and external Effectively contribute to program and customer meetings/reviews Support the program leads as needed regarding technical decision making, problem resolution. Perform technical leadership roles for at least one key tasks or line item on programs Mentor at least one other engineer on programs in areas of knowledge and expertise Help to ensure performance to technical, cost, schedule, quality. Support of system and software requirements and architecture generation and analysis as needed. Must be able to obtain "special access programs" (SAP/SAR) for continuation of employment. Work Location: Onsite at our El Segundo, CA Campus Qualifications you must have: Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of5 years of prior relevant experience. Development experience coding in C/C++/ADA or related languages/tools across phases of SDLC. Experience working on UNIX, Linux, Windows, VxWorks or other RTOS. Experience working in an agile/scrum team hyper-collaborative team environment using typical agile oriented tool suite. The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required , as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance. Qualifications We Prefer: Current DoD Secret and Top Secret Clearance Experience developing Radar Software applications Direct experience with Agile methodologies. Proven analytical skills with the ability to troubleshoot tool and system operation performance issues. Experience with large complex systems such as airborne radars. W hat 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. 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: 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 95,500 USD - 181,700 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. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link ( to read the Policy and Terms Raytheon Technologies is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class. RTX
$95.5k - $181.7k
...Senior Software Engineer [Embedded / Radar]Raytheon Space and Air division in El Segundo, CA is seeking a Senior Software Engineer [Embedded / Radar] to be part of their product development teams for the Gen4 Tactical Airborne Radar group.What you will do:Work on complex...SeniorTemporary workWork experience placementFlexible hours$155k - $200k
...work that will enable our rovers to explore and mine the Moon sounds like a dream come true, come join the team! Senior Flight Software Engineer - Embedded Linux We're building a rover to explore the Lunar South Pole, and we're looking for an embedded Linux expert to...SeniorPermanent employmentRemote work$160k - $240k
...seeking a highly-skilled and motivated Senior Guidance Software Engineer to join our R&D team. You will get... ...Experience developing real-time embedded software to include hardware interfaces... ...sensor integration Experience with radar sensor integration Experience with firmware...SeniorFull timeWork experience placementCasual workWork at officeRemote workRelocation package$75.8k - $144.2k
...strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and... ...Space and Air division in El Segundo, CA is seeking a Software Engineer II [Embedded / Radar] to be part of their product development team for the...SuggestedFull timeTemporary workWork experience placementWork at officeRemote workRelocationFlexible hours$75.8k - $144.2k
...strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and... ...Space and Air division in El Segundo, CA is seeking a Software Engineer II [Embedded / Radar] to be part of their product development team for the...SuggestedFull timeTemporary workWork experience placementInterim roleWork at officeRemote workRelocationFlexible hours- ...Actalent is seeking an embedded software engineer in El Segundo, CA to design, develop, and maintain real-time system software for EA-18G Growler blocks 1 and 2. You will work with a Scrum team to troubleshoot defects and integrate EW software components. The role requires...Senior
$169.07k - $216.03k
...in Washington, DC and Huntsville, AL. Join Varda, and work to create a bustling in-space ecosystem.About This RoleThe Senior Embedded Software Engineer on the Flight Software team is responsible for determining how our spacecraft behaves & operates in orbit and building...SeniorPermanent employmentFull timeInternshipImmediate startRelocation packageFlexible hours$120k - $220k
...Senior Embedded Software EngineerIcarus was founded on the belief that the Stratosphere is the Forgotten Frontier and that reclaiming it will... ...real flightSmall team, massive responsibilityHigh signal (engineering) to noise (management) cultureDream desk setupDaily lunchUnlimited...SeniorWork experience placementDay shift- A leading aerospace company in Redondo Beach seeks a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to develop and implement firmware for control systems in launch vehicles. The role requires 12+ years of experience in embedded C/C++ and a Bachelor's in engineering. Candidates will...Senior
$139k - $201k
...Senior Avionics Embedded Software EngineerPlaya Vista, California, United StatesTurning Space into a Transportation Layer for EarthWho We Are:Inversion... ...logistics.What You'll DoAs a Senior Embedded Software Engineer at Inversion, you will report directly to the Manager of...SeniorWork at office$139k - $201k
...Senior Flight Software EngineerTurning Space into a Transportation Layer for EarthWho We Are:Inversion... ...You'll Do:As a Senior Flight Software Engineer at Inversion, you will have an... ...device trees, etc.). Extra points for embedded Linux experience (Yocto, Buildroot, or...SeniorPermanent employmentWork at officeWeekend work$160k - $280k
Senior Embedded Software Engineer (Actuators & Control Systems) Department: Software Employment Type: Full Time Location: Redondo Beach Compensation: $160,000 - $280,000 / year Description As a Senior Embedded Software Engineer at Impulse focused on Actuation & Control...SeniorPermanent employmentFull time$20 per hour
...operations throughout the mission. Own software design, development, testing,... ...bare-metal, RTOS-based, and Linux-based embedded processors. Build highly reliable and... ...computer science, mathematics, physics, engineering, or equivalent technical experience in safety...SeniorFull timeImmediate startRelocation packageFlexible hours$125k - $145k
...SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.SOFTWARE ENGINEER, EMBEDDED SOFTWARE (STARSHIELD)The Starshield mission is to support national security through a focus on timely and reliable...Permanent employmentTemporary workImmediate startWeekend work$150k - $250k
...Senior Software Engineer (Embedded)Freeform builds AI-native manufacturing systems that unify software, hardware, and physics to produce industrial-scale parts at the speed of human ideation. By treating manufacturing as a single integrated system, we unlock a new era...SeniorFull timeRelocation packageFlexible hours- ...Sr. Software Engineer – Embedded Controls (DO-178)Carson, CA (Onsite)Responsible for analysis, design, development, debugging, and modification of embedded control software for electronics applications including PFC-based 3-phase Active Rectifiers, Motor Control, DC-DC...Senior
$169.07k - $216.03k
...create a bustling in-space ecosystem.About This RoleThe Senior Flight Software Engineer is responsible for determining how our spacecraft behaves... ...structured bare metal, RTOS, or Linux based software for embedded processors in C++.Own all aspects of software development...SeniorPermanent employmentFull timeInternshipImmediate startRelocation packageFlexible hours- ...Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal/Sr. Principal Flight Software Engineer (Level 3/4) to join the Western Region Software Engineering... ...role focuses on designing and verifying flight software for embedded, real-time systems, collaborating across engineering disciplines...
- CHAOS Industries is seeking an experienced radar systems engineer to design advanced radar signal processing algorithms for target detection,... ...guidance and optimize algorithms for real-time performance on software and hardware platforms. The role requires deep radar...Senior
$165k - $231k
...Senior Embedded Linux EngineerTorrance, California, United StatesNeros is a defense technology... ...adversaries of democracy. We're hiring engineers, operators, and builders who want to move... ...flight, ground-station, and autonomy software teams build on. This is a platform-ownership...SeniorWork experience placement$160k - $225k
...goal of enabling human life on Mars.SR. SOFTWARE ENGINEER, FLIGHT SOFTWARE (STARSHIP)SpaceX's... ...languageExperience building or working with real-time embedded systems or distributed computing... ...:Pay range: Software Engineering/Senior: $160,000.00 - $225,000.00/per yearYour...SeniorPermanent employmentTemporary workWeekend work- Flight Software Engineer We are a stealth-mode Aerospace & Defense startup headquartered in Gardena... ...requirements into reliable, real-time embedded software, integrating with avionics... ...Sensor integration (IMU, GPS, cameras, radar, etc.) Experience with working along side...SeniorPermanent employment
$165k - $230k
...goal of enabling human life on Mars.SR. SOFTWARE ENGINEER, COMPONENTS TEST (STARSHIELD)Starshield... ...challenges using a combination of embedded electronics and innovative hardwareDevelop... ...AND BENEFITS:Pay range:Software Engineer/Senior: $165,000.00 - $230,000.00/per year...SeniorPermanent employmentTemporary workWeekend work- About the job Senior Simulation Software Engineer, GNC About Castelion Castelion is bringing a new approach... ...disparate software modules (e.g., embedding Rust code in C++, Python bindings for... ...Exposure to sensor modeling (IMU, GPS, radar, seekers) or actuator modeling (TVC,...SeniorPermanent employment
- ...CHAOS, located in Hawthorne, California, is seeking a Senior Guidance Software Engineer to lead the design of guidance software on innovative airframe systems. This role requires a minimum of 10 years in object-oriented software development, experience with guidance algorithms...Senior
- ...SpaceX seeks a Sr. Software Engineer in Special Programs to own features in an in-house HITL/HOOTL testing solution for flight systems. You will design, develop, and test components for analysis, simulation, and prototyping, enabling high-assurance software across SpaceX...Senior
$200.5k - $314.48k
...nuclear development leverages modern software engineering to rapidly deliver safe, factory-built... ...the roleRadiant is seeking a Principal Embedded Software Engineer to set the technical... ...and actuation subsystems.Serve as the senior technical voice in design reviews, setting...Full timeSummer workImmediate startRemote workFlexible hoursWeekend work$169.07k - $216.03k
...Senior Flight Software EngineerEl Segundo, California, United StatesAbout VardaLow Earth orbit is... ...About This RoleThe Senior Flight Software Engineer is responsible for determining how our... ..., RTOS, or Linux based software for embedded processors in C++.Own all aspects of software...SeniorPermanent employmentFull timeInternshipImmediate startRelocation package- ...SpaceX seeks a Sr. Software Engineer (Starshield) to join a mission-driven team building reliable software for satellites and space-based systems. This role focuses on Linux-based C++ development, secure networking, and autonomous operations. You will collaborate across...Senior
$169.07k - $216.03k
...in Washington, DC and Huntsville, AL. Join Varda, and work to create a bustling in-space ecosystem.About This RoleThe Senior Mission Software Engineer is responsible for Varda's critical ground segment software, and the platform it runs on which enables spacecraft operations...SeniorPermanent employmentFull timeInternshipImmediate startRelocation packageFlexible hours
Do you want to receive more vacancies?
Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Senior Software Engineer [Embedded / Radar]. Be the first to apply!
- software developer positions El Segundo, CA
- senior software engineer remote El Segundo, CA
- software engineer contract El Segundo, CA
- cybersecurity software engineer El Segundo, CA
- part time software developer remote El Segundo, CA
- junior software developer internship El Segundo, CA
- software system engineer El Segundo, CA
- software engineer remote El Segundo, CA
- software engineer El Segundo, CA
- software engineer travel El Segundo, CA


