Remote Software Systems Engineer Jobs

Date Posted:

2026-09-24

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-ETC ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG ETC

Position Role Type:

Remote

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Job Summary:

The Pratt & Whitney Technical Publication Systems team is looking for a Software Engineer to join an evolving, globally diverse company that’s moving fast to shape the future of aviation. Customers all over the world depend on our technology and the people behind it. As part of the team at Pratt & Whitney, you’ll help answer today’s challenges in powered flight while shaping and supporting tomorrow’s solutions.

The Technical Publication Systems team is responsible for building and maintaining the software systems that create and publish technical documents for Pratt & Whitney’s military engines. In this role, you will be challenged with unique opportunities to enhance these systems while addressing different requirements from multiple stakeholders.

What You Will Do:

• Work in close collaboration with all Military Engine Programs to ensure seamless support for software systems needed to create, publish, distribute, and present technical documents.
• Managing customer expectations by ensuring the scope and direction of each project is on schedule.
• Improving and maintaining the internal platforms that enable automated and on-demand publications of technical data.
• Supporting dependent engine programs to ensure on-time deliveries of their releases.
• Troubleshooting and resolving software issues to improve overall publishing performance.
• Participating in the design, building, testing, and implementing of scalable software by writing clean, functional code for front- and back-end applications.
• Preparing and maintaining technical documentation related to software development.
• Collaborating with the Military Engine Programs to implement S1000D compliant technical data standard to be a subsidiary authoring suite.
• Reviewing / updating technical publications Base of Estimates (BOEs) if needed. Knowing the status and content / the funding cycle per engine program.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor’s Degree and 5+ years of experience, or Advanced degree with 3+ years of experience in Aftermarket industry supporting business operations.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen. This position may require access to systems/tools that are restricted to individuals who possess US citizenship.
• Familiar with project management methodologies such as Waterfall and Agile.
• Experience with GitHub, JIRA or other code management and product management software.
• Able to work well with all levels and functions within different organizations.
• 5+ years of experience in software development.
• 3+ years as a Full Stack Developer and proven experience with Python, Java, HTML5, CSS3, XSLT, JavaScript, and web servers (Apache).
• Proficient in user-centered design (UI/UX) principles with ability to create intuitive and visually appealing interfaces. Knowledge of responsive design and cross-browser compatibility.
• Strong knowledge of React.js, including components, state management, hooks, and lifecycle methods.
• Experience with databases (e.g., Oracle, MySQL, MongoDB), including proficiency in data retrieval via SQL.
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Master’s degree in computer science, engineering, with background in Maintenance Data Engineering (MDE).
• Experience with Pratt & Whitney’s Interactive Electronic Technical Publication (IETP) or Interactive Electronic Technical Manual (IETM) system.
• Experience with S1000D, or other XML/SGML specifications.
• Experience with CORENA or other technical authoring/publication software.
• Experience with GitHub, JIRA or other code management and product management software.
• Experience with Jenkins or other CI/CD software.
• Ability to design and develop APIs.
• Hands-on experience with Cloud Computing, preferably MS Azure.
• Experience designing and implementing AI-driven solutions, including hands-on expertise with Databricks or Snowflake, and proficiency with Kobai for developing semantic intelligence layers.
• Project management skills using Agile methodology include ability to prioritize, meet deadlines and follow through on completion of high-profile projects.

Learn More & Apply Now!:

• Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). If you live within a reasonable commute of an RTX site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role.
• Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

This requisition is eligible for an employee referral award. ALL eligibility requirements must be met to receive the referral award.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, 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, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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