Embedded Cybersecurity Software Engineer I (Onsite)

RTX•Cedar Rapids, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide, comprising Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. The Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete complex missions with intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft, and collaborative space solutions. The Crypto team within the Assured Solutions Engineering directorate develops advanced embedded cryptographic capabilities for U.S. military communications products, collaborating with the N.S.A. to ensure secure and trustworthy communications. As an Embedded Cybersecurity Software Engineer I, you will play a key role in the design, development, integration, and verification of these embedded encryption algorithms. The role requires proficiency in C++, Python, and embedded Linux for rapid project integration. The ideal candidate will consistently deliver superior results, meet project milestones, foster a positive work environment, thrive in collaborative team settings, and possess expertise in integrating system hardware and software components.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor’s degree and 12 months or less of relevant professional work experience (excluding internships)
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
Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

Nice To Haves

Comfortable working with C, C++, Python and/or Linux
Some experience coding in an embedded environment
Security focused mindset
Familiar with multi-threaded and object-oriented development
Familiar with the basics of asymmetric and symmetric encryption

Responsibilities

Be a part of a team that is developing new and innovative products for customers
Face and conquer challenges of the interesting and hard world of crypto algorithms
Develop your skills with software application tools, as well as C ++, Rust, and Python
Impact the team positively by demonstrating your ability to perform product security testing, becoming a cybersecurity subject matter expert

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance
Disability coverage
Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance
Optional coverages you can buy home and auto insurance
Optional coverages you can buy additional life and accident insurance
Optional coverages you can buy critical illness insurance
Optional coverages you can buy group legal
Optional coverages you can buy ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Flexible spending accounts
Flexible work schedules
Employee Scholar Program
Paid time off
Holidays