Principal Software Security Engineer, Onsite

Date Posted:Check you match the skill requirements for this role, as well as associated experience, then apply with your CV below.2026-03-09Country:United States of AmericaLocation:US-CA-EL SEGUNDO-E01 ~ 2000 E El Segundo Blvd ~ BLDG E01Position Role Type:OnsiteU.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearanceSecurity Clearance Type:DoD Clearance: SecretSecurity Clearance Status:Active and existing security clearance required on day 1At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today's mission and stay ahead of tomorrow's threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.We are currently seeking a Principal Software Security Engineer to join our Software Product Assurance team in Goleta, Santa Barbara County, CA as a SW Security Individual Contributor supporting development for the SW Product Assurance (embedded program protection and cyber) of our portfolio of programs at the site.Raytheon Goleta, Ca LocationWhat You Will Do:Our mission is to provide world class Security Software to be used in developing and supporting deployed sensor systems on various platforms.Implement Software Security principles to embedded software design, development, integration, and testing of real-time sensor software.Develop software applications using C and C++ languages on a variety of computing platformsEnsure the SW Product Assurance processes are followed on our programsUnderstand real-time software design and the performance implications associated with specific System Security implementations.Work closely with cross functional Engineering teams to define and implement Test Driven Multidisciplinary Capability (TDMC) based execution development and deployment requirements.Work in a common development environment to support and facilitate program ability to leverage specific capabilities.Interface with customer community to review technical design and support verification of system maturity.Qualifications You Must Have:Typically requires a Bachelor's in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of relevant software experienceExperience with C / C++Experience with Xilinx UltaScale+ MPSoC, Versal, or similar Embedded ProcessorsExperience with embedded OS like VxWorks, Embedded Linux, or similarEmbedded Software Security experienceActive and transferable U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.Qualifications We Prefer:Experience/knowledge of any of the following:Designing, implementing, testing, or fielding real-time security-oriented solutions on Department of Defense (DoD) programs (embedded experience highly preferred)Cyber security experience. Using security-relevant tools and devices for security auditing, network security, host/server security, communication security, or policy management.Secure boot, containerization and hardening conceptsStatic analysis concepts, methods & toolsPetalinux/Yocto operating systemsCryptographic AlgorithmsAgile/Scrum/Kanban frameworks and DevSecOps environmentsPython / PerlKnowledge of modern computer architecture and hardware technologies including:ARM ArchitectureInterface protocols: PCIe, GPIO, I2C, SATAField Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs)Application-Specific Integrated Circuits (ASICs)Using software configuration management and bug tracking toolsExperience with validation and verification of software applicationsExperience in a technical leadership role to grow and lead a small technical teamWhat We Offer:We offer a total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs.Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.Learn More & Apply Now!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.