Date Posted:
2026-05-19
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-IN-FT WAYNE-150A ~ 1010 Production Rd ~ BLDG 150A
Position Role Type:
Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
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
Security Clearance Type:
DoD Clearance: Secret
Security Clearance Status:
Active and existing security clearance required after day 1
The Software organization develops software applications focused on providing cutting edge capabilities and solutions to our customers toughest challenges. Our precision software and firmware integrate operating systems, device drivers, networking, and control software to bring together sensor, guidance, and flight control processing features to complete the mission. The Software org is made up of several Centers located across the country, responsible for all aspects of the software development lifecycle . Our 4000+ software engineers design, develop, and build innovative solutions for our customers. Join our fast-paced agile teams on the leading edge of technology.
Are you a passionate, motivated Software Developer interested in a rewarding career in the Defense Industry? We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer with embedded development experience to join our Space and RF Sensors team at Raytheon in Fort Wayne, IN.
As a member of the team, you will work on cutting edge technology and contribute to programs that save lives and enable the freedoms we enjoy. Every day at Raytheon our extraordinary engineers are empowered for excellence and inspired to invent in an inclusive environment where work-life balance is an elegant solution, not a slogan.
What You Will Do:
Participation on collaborative, cross-disciplined integrated product teams, employing agile software development techniques and resources to plan, design, develop, test, and integrate complex software and systems solutions for aerospace and defense applications.
Responsible for some or all of a Software product, contributing as a software team member and possibly leading a small software team.
Responsibilities spanning the full lifecycle of product development, from architecture and design, through integration, test, and field support.
Qualifications You Must Have:
Minimum 5+ years of Professional Software development experience.
Experience in programming languages such as C++, Java, Python or other computer languages.
Experience with Object-Oriented Design (OOD) principles and practices.
Experience with Agile lifecycle process including Scrum, Continuous Integration and Test-Driven Development Methodologies
Experience developing on Red Hat Linux or equivalent OS
U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position will require the ability to access US only data systems
Qualifications We Prefer:
Knowledge of DevSecOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines and secure software development methodologies
Experience leveraging Generative AI and Machine Learning to improve productivity, collaboration, and performance
Experience with gRPC and Protobufs
Experience with Linux, VxWorks, INTEGRITY, or other RTOS
Familiarity with Open Systems Architectures and modular design principles.
Domain knowledge in one or more of the following areas: Radars, EO/IR, EW, Network Communications, Datalinks, Platform Integration, Weapons/Effects (Missiles, Projectiles), Command & Control for Fire Control and Surveillance applications, Multi-Domain Airborne Sensor Fusion and Tracking experience
What We Offer:
Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.
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.
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.
