Senior Principal Software Engineer with Test Equipment - Scottsdale, AZ

Date Posted:
2026-03-19
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-AZ-SCOTTSDALE-1355 ~ 1355 N Scottsdale Rd ~ SKYSONG, Ste 340
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:
Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date

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.

This position is 100% onsite in Scottsdale, AZ

Job Description:

The Test Solutions Center (TSC) team within the Hardware Discipline Center is a multi-discipline organization that provides test solutions to support production lines for our entire missile portfolio. The software team within TSC is responsible for developing advanced windows application solutions for all Raytheon products. We are hands-on, designing with the latest technology and tools, and integrating state-of-the-art software solutions with the most advanced engineering systems in the world. TSC products are in engineering labs, in the field, and in production environments utilized for weapon system products. TSC has job opportunities across all phases of the engineering lifecycle, including demonstrations, early engineering tests, design verification tests, production, and post-production sustainment.

The Senior Principal Software Engineer with Test Equipment position is focused on the design, development, integration, and maintenance of software as a part of on-site factory support of systems to support weapon system product development. The selected candidate will develop applications, libraries, and instrument drivers using the software style, development language, and integrated development environment specified by the organization.

The selected candidate will contribute to multidiscipline engineering teams. Typical work involves the development of both engineering and production equipment, environments, and systems. As such, the candidate will contribute to the completion of all stages of product development for RMD weapon system products. They will be expected to work, either as a part of a team or independently, to design, develop, and implement system level applications in support of producing and maintaining weapon system products.

What You Will Do:

• Guiding multidisciplined teams in the development of test equipment.
• Prioritize and handle multiple software engineering tasks concurrently.
• Contribute to cost and schedule management planning.
• Communicate with senior management on project status.
• Troubleshoot software and test equipment instrumentation.
• Develop and derive requirements for software products.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced degree in a related field and minimum 7 years' experience.
• Minimum of ten (10) years developing and integrating software applications using program languages including but not limited to C++, C#, Java, Python or Visual Basic.
• Minimum of ten (10 years of professional engineering experience utilizing integrated development environments and debugging tools to troubleshoot software implementation and ensure integrity of the software products.
• Experience with Windows Operating System, Microsoft Visual Studio, and Microsoft Azure DevOps Server is required.
• Prior experience in laboratory test instrumentation and electronics (e.g. oscilloscopes, power supplies, digital multimeters)
• Familiarity with test equipment software (e.g., NI VISA, NI Measurement and Automation Explorer, NI Switch Executive)
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Government issued (Secret) 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:

• Working knowledge of computer architecture and computer hardware optimization techniques.
• Extensive knowledge of the development of software drivers for the operation of computer hardware interfaces.
• Extensive knowledge of common computer hardware interface and data protocols such as TCP/IP, UDP, or RS-422.
• Professional experience with Unified Modeling Language (UML) to visualize software architecture and design (e.g., IBM Rhapsody, Cameo System Modeler, and Cameo Enterprise Architecture).
• Professional experience of software development life cycles, such as Waterfall and Agile.
• Experience with Software Configuration Management principles
• Good written and interpersonal communication skills.

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.

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.

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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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