Principal Software Quality Engineer

Responsibilities

• Participate in all phases of systems and digital products design and development to ensure compliance with product and process requirements.
• Perform independent evaluations and risk assessments across the digital products development lifecycle.
• Drive continuous improvement by assessing process and product measures to instill a data-driven culture.
• Ensure the integrity of digital products and Technical Data Packages, including monitoring test and release processes.
• Provide guidance to project and department staff, potentially serving in a software quality leadership role.
• Lead project activities to improve key processes and facilitate root cause analysis and corrective action planning.
• Utilize Agile or DevOps methodologies, focusing on software testing, continuous integration, and continuous monitoring.

Requirements

• STEM degree (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics).
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience applying technical principles in the software/firmware development process.
• Experience conducting quality assessments of software products and artifacts.
• Proven experience with Agile or DevOps software development, software testing, and continuous integration/monitoring.
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Ability to obtain an INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance prior to the start date.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree (M.S.).
• Technical leadership experience of small teams.
• Experience with project and workload management to satisfy demanding schedules.
• Working knowledge of Earned Value, ISO9000/AS9100, and IPDS.
• Experience using CORE/Six Sigma practices and methodologies.
• Practical experience with Guidance, Navigation, Signal Processing, Radar, and Discrimination systems.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Flexible spending accounts and employee assistance programs.
• Paid time off, holidays, and parental leave.

About the Company

RTX is a world leader in aerospace and defense, comprising Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. We are dedicated to solving the world's most complex problems and pushing the boundaries of science to protect our world.