[Hiring] Software Engineer @RTX

Role Description

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.

• 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

• 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.

Requirements

• 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.

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 and holidays.