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# Sr Principal Program Protection Software Engineer

- **Company:** RTX
- **Location:** Woburn, MA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $132,400.0 - $251,600.0
- **Contract:** Contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Software Applications, C++ (Programming Language), CMake, Software Debugging, Linux, Perl (Programming Language), Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), GNU Compiler Collection, Protocol Buffers, Python (Programming Language), Linux Kernel, Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Tools, VxWorks, Multithreading, Scripting, Real Time Systems, Google Test, SC Clearance, Hardware Infrastructure, Devsecops, Jenkins, Programming Languages
- **Published:** July 22, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=a63d73bfb4750dac

## About the Role

Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date, * Typically requires a Bachelor's in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience

 * 10+ years working in a Linux/Unix environment
 * Knowledge of modern computer architectures and hardware technologies
 * Experience with the Linux Operating System
 * Programming Languages: C/C++
 * The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

 * Operating System Knowledge
 * Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs) and Application-Specific Integrated Circuits (ASICs)
 * Understanding and extending the Linux Kernel via Kernel Modules
 * Experience with the VxWorks or other Real Time Operating Systems
 * Experience with the application of, or knowledge of, Cryptography
 * Scripting Languages like Python / Perl
 * Java or other high-level languages
 * Knowledge of other alternative computer architectures such as MIPS / PPC / ARM
 * Use of the following software development tools/frameworks: Jenkins, CMake, Google Test, Google Protocol Buffers, GCC
 * Experience working on embedded systems
 * Experience working on Real Time systems
 * Experience developing multithreaded applications.

## Description

* Apply the latest technologies and be responsible for designing, implementing, debugging and fixing problems with the Radar software applications.
 * Implement real-time software design and the performance implications associated with specific Security implementations.
 * Design the program protection solution to be integrated with the overall tactical radar software, with an understanding of the radar system "big picture" and be able to develop or review detail solutions at the source code level.
 * Enable DevSecOps initiatives and continuous improvement efforts
 * implementation strategy
 * Create a product roadmap for the future and where the program wants to go, 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: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

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.


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