Sr Software Engineer (P3) - eFAST/Health Mgmt Unit (Onsite)

RTX • East Hartford, CT

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight—designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within, we’re seeking the people to drive it. So, calling all curious. Come ready to explore and you’ll find a place where your talent takes flight—beyond the borders of title, a country or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and we’ll welcome you into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry that’s evolving fast to the future. At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond? Pratt & Whitney, a recognized leading producer of the world's most advanced jet engines, is looking for dedicated individuals to become a part of our organization. If you would like to work in a dynamic environment and possess the motivation to incorporate new ideas into practice, this may be the opportunity you've been waiting for! CDS is seeking a seasoned Senior Software Engineer to lead and evolve the Health Management Unit (HMU), also known as eFAST—the avionics box and web application that aggregates data from the A220 aircraft and PW1500 engine, securely transfers it to ground systems, and enables fleet management via the flight data processing web application. The service is offered to airlines through our Airframer partner. You will work across Real-Time Embedded Systems (RTES), Diagnostics/Prognostics Health Management (DPHM), and Aftermarket teams to deliver reliable, secure, and business-impacting capabilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)
• 5 years of engineering experience, or an Advanced Degree and 3 years’ experience.
• U.S. Person/Green Card holder

Nice To Haves

• Strong knowledge of embedded hardware/software and aircraft communication interfaces; familiarity with aviation environments.
• Excellent knowledge of DO‑178 standards for safety-critical aerospace software.
• Demonstrated success collaborating on cross-functional project teams across engineering, operations, suppliers, and customers.
• AWS and/or Azure (including IoT services) creating, configuring, and utilizing cloud resources for production and prototyping/dev.
• Proficiency in Python or Java; ability to understand existing codebases, make minor modifications, and create small programs to parse large data, interact with APIs, or integrate cloud resources.
• Conceptual understanding of ML model creation and training sufficient to collaborate with DPHM teams.
• Experience with Docker; bonus for Kubernetes (AKS/EKS) and container orchestration in cloud environments; familiarity with cloud storage and virtual infrastructures.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and best practices; familiarity with static analysis (e.g., Coverity) and dependency scanning (e.g., Black Duck) is a plus.
• Strong background in data engineering and building secure, scalable services.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and deployment of the flight data processing web application and associated services.
• Support Commercial Engine Aftermarket Data Services and their Operations Team, ensuring high availability and effective incident response.
• Collaborate closely with the Airframer, airline customers, and the CIPT Leader; drive cross-functional alignment with DPHM and Embedded teams.
• Translate stakeholder feedback from external suppliers and customers into actionable objectives and prioritized backlogs.
• Plan and manage long-term, complex projects—turning large-scale goals into executable roadmaps, schedules, and budgets.
• Contribute to product strategy by aligning technical decisions with financial and operational ROI; articulate tradeoffs and recommendations.
• Integrate security measures into every phase of development (DevSecOps), from planning through product maintenance; implement processes and standards that improve product quality and compliance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level