Cyberspace Research Developer (Onsite)

Pratt & Whitney Columbia, MD Open
Pratt & Whitney is looking for Cyberspace Research Developer (Onsite) in Columbia, MD.
This local job opportunity with ID 3785016671 is live since 2026-08-13 14:20:16.

Internship Opportunity At RTX BBN TechnologiesAt RTX BBN Technologies, we 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.BBN is looking for creative, entrepreneurial, and highly motivated scientists, engineers, and developers who want to create, contribute to, and grow cutting-edge research projects for offensive and defensive cyber and EW operations.What You Will Do:Develop next-generation cyber capabilitiesCreate or investigate new types of cyber physical systemsDevelop exploits, implants, payloads, and communication stacks based on extensive reverse engineering, vulnerability analysis, and software developmentCollaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to solve challenging problems and deliver actionable resultsOperationalize software through extensive testing, documentation, and integration with other systemsParticipate in laboratory and field tests to collect and analyze data, test new capabilities, and perform demonstrationsOvernight travel required for certain projectsWhat You Will Learn:How a collaborative and collegial environment accelerates state-of-the-art researchHow a technically skilled group of research scientists can mentor, listen, and help refine your vision and strategyHow business development, program management, contracting, finance, and HR functions support mission successHow access to RTX resources can help transition capabilities and drive them toward fieldingHow to work with a leadership team deeply experienced in government R&DQualifications You Must Have:Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, mathematics, or physicsExperience in creative programming skills using one or more of: C/C++ or PythonExperience with some assembly language (x86/64, ARM, PPC, MIPS, etc.)Understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, wire-level protocols, BGP, RF communications, etc.)Qualifications We Prefer:Capture the Flag (CTF) experienceOS kernel development experience (e.g., Windows, Linux, MacOS, Android)Reverse engineering skills using a tool such as IDA/Ghidra/BinaryNinjaNetwork programming skillsHardware emulation experienceWorking knowledge of RF signal processing and algorithm developmentHands on experience with system architecture design, prototyping, and technical project leadershipActive Security ClearanceRTX Corporation is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity.This position is classified as: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.The salary range for this role is 62,900 USD - 119,700 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.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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