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Principal Program Protection Engineer (Embedded Software Engineer)

Date Posted: Jun 23, 2026
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    Location Tewksbury, Massachusetts, United States of America
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    Job Type: Permanent
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    Apply Before: Sep 21, 2026
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Job Description

Overview

Raytheon is seeking a Principal Program Protection Engineer to join their Software Product Assurance Center. The role focuses on utilizing Agile development techniques for embedded software on real-time systems, ensuring software integrity, and collaborating with Systems Engineering to support design and architectural documentation.

Key responsibilities

  • Develop and deploy critical capabilities for embedded systems using Agile methodologies.
  • Design, develop, integrate, and test real-time embedded software solutions.
  • Collaborate with Systems Engineering for software requirements and architectural documentation.
  • Participate in Technical Integration Meetings with subcontractors.
  • Apply principles of embedded software development to design and maintain hardened applications.

Required skills

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
  • 10+ years of experience in embedded software development.
  • Experience in Agile and DevSecOps environments.
  • Proficient in C and C++ programming languages.
  • Strong knowledge of Linux and RTOS systems.
  • Experience developing multithreaded applications.
  • Familiarity with CMake and Google Test for code maintenance.
  • Ability to debug system and board-level issues across engineering disciplines.
  • Knowledge of computer architectures, including x86 and ARM.
  • Experience with version control systems like Git or Subversion.

What the company offers

  • Salary range of 107,500 USD - 204,500 USD.
  • Eligible for medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
  • 401(k) match and flexible spending accounts.
  • Flexible work schedules and paid time off.
  • Employee assistance program and Employee Scholar Program.
  • Parental leave and holiday pay.

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Company Overview

Raytheon
Tucson, Arizona, United States of America
104 Current Jobs Openings

Raytheon is a major American defense contractor and industrial corporation specializing in defense and aerospace systems. The company is dedicated to providing advanced technologies and services that enhance the safety and security of nations and the... Read More

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