Pratt & Whitney · 4 hours ago
Principal Engineer, Software Developer P4 (Onsite)
East Hartford, CT
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$108K/yr - $204K/yr
8+ years expPratt & Whitney is transforming the future of flight by designing and servicing advanced engine systems. The Principal Engineer will lead the development and certification of control and diagnostic systems for military and commercial gas turbine engines, focusing on software design and verification within an Agile framework.
Aviation & Aerospace
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop, design, and debug OBPHM Services in Linux Kubernetes environment
Develop software code that implements requirements, working closely with customers, stakeholders and Subject Matter Experts
Decompose system level and customer interface requirements into software requirements and designs within an Agile Framework
Work with a team of Java and Python software developers within an Agile framework across multiple projects
Conduct iterative prototype testing and reviews of requirements and designs
Perform software verification within the Agile Framework including regression analysis, test case development, test script development and evaluation of results
Participating in Agile ceremonies
Participate in software planning, estimating and tracking per Agile framework
Potential to serve as Agile Scrum Master and/or part of the Development Team
Review and analyze offboard software requirements
Conduct code reviews
Troubleshoot code and build issues and support released software and deployments
Implement, adhere to, and continuously improve software development processes and procedures
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)
8 years of engineering experience, or an Advanced Degree and 5 years' experience
U.S. Citizen - 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
Preferred
Experience with Microservices, Java, Python, CI/CD, Agile, DevSecOps, AWS, SQL, Test Driven Design
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, attention to detail, deadlines, and reporting
Solid track record of achieving results in technical leadership role
Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams
Proven ability to drive process improvement in a technical organization
Demonstrated Expertise in Software Verification & Validation, functional coverage, code coverage, traceability, methodologies, automation, quality assurance practices, software engineering process
Excellent troubleshooting, investigation, problem solving and analytical thinking skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills needed to interface with Development Team, Customers, Stakeholders and SMEs
Desire for continuous learning and innovation
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
Flexible work schedules
Employee assistance program
Employee Scholar Program
Parental leave
Paid time off
Holidays
Company
Pratt & Whitney
Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business, is a global leader in propulsion systems, powering the most advanced aircraft in the world, and we are shaping the future of aviation.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Brad Scobbo
Executive Director & CFO, Commercial Engines GTF Programs
Christian Robertson
Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Military Engines
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