Software Engineer II (Cybersecurity | Networking)

RTX•Annapolis Junction, MD

1d•$75,800 - $144,200•Onsite

About The Position

Applied Signal Technology (AST), part of Collins Aerospace and RTX, is seeking a Software Engineer II with cybersecurity and networking experience to support research and development of systems that protect the country. AST develops strategic and tactical SIGINT solutions, including high-capacity broadband communications, signal processing and analysis, tactical SIGINT, and wireless communications. The work environment is described as dynamic and collaborative, with opportunities to expand technical skills and work closely with service members. This is an onsite role in Annapolis Junction, Maryland, with domestic travel of up to 25%. An active, transferable U.S. government TS/SCI clearance and U.S. citizenship are required before starting.

Requirements

Typically requires a STEM degree and at least 2 years of relevant experience.
At least 2 years of experience developing in C, C++, Python, and/or Rust.
Experience with system-level integration and testing, particularly integration of advanced custom processing systems, testbeds, and software.
Experience developing, coding, testing, and debugging complex algorithms.
Experience working with customers, end users, hardware design teams, and software design teams.
Experience developing software for APIs, networking, and backend systems.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Experience leveraging cybersecurity tools and/or controls.
Experience implementing system-level designs and high-level control and data interfaces.
Active and transferable U.S. government-issued TS/SCI security clearance before starting.
U.S. citizenship; only U.S. citizens are eligible for the required security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Experience developing in C/C++ in a Linux environment.
Experience with cybersecurity concepts such as red/blue teaming, defense-in-depth, and/or network penetration.
Experience building networks and working with networking protocols.
Experience reverse engineering software and/or hardware.
Experience with design, development, integration, and test of complex communication systems.
Experience developing proof-of-concept use-case scenarios for novel cybersecurity systems.
Experience creating proof-of-concept use-case scenarios and prototypes from initial ideas.
Experience formalizing, developing, and documenting requirements, plans, and procedures based on customer discussions, briefings, interactions, and statements of work.
Existing Top Secret clearance with Full Scope Poly active within the last 24 months.

Responsibilities

Participate in requirements, design, development, and testing of software, including new work products and enhancements to existing applications and systems.
Design, code, test, integrate, and document software solutions.
Participate in internal reviews of software components and systems.
Generate briefings and present material to team members, customers, and AST management as needed.
Collaborate with project managers and other engineering professionals.
Follow established development practices and processes to maintain software product configuration management.
Work with experienced R&D team members on system development and deployments for the protection of the country.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
401(k) plan with employer matching funds and a separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Student Loan Repayment Program.
Life insurance and disability coverage.
Optional pet, home and auto, additional life and accident, critical illness, group legal, and identity theft protection coverage.
Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits.
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning benefits.
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.
Relocation eligibility.
Flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, paid time off, and holidays may be available, depending on business unit and collective-bargaining coverage.
Applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation, subject to eligibility and program conditions.