NASAMS Software Engineer II

Raytheon; Tewksbury (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Raytheon is seeking a talented Software Engineer II to join the NASAMS team in Tewksbury, MA. You will design, develop, test, and deliver mission-critical software that supports Detect, Decide, Engage, and Destroy functionalities within a state-of-the-art air defense system. You will work on an agile team with DevSecOps practices and interface with systems engineers.

The role requires a STEM degree and 2+ years of experience in C++, Java, or Python, along with Agile methods. U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and 2 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with programming languages (C++, Java, Python).
• Experience with Agile and DevSecOps methodologies.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. government-issued Secret security clearance is required; U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deliver real-time software for NASAMS on an agile team.
• Support target acquisition, threat evaluation, missile firing, and terminal guidance software.
• Develop and maintain software solutions with CI/CD in a DevSecOps environment.
• Collaborate with systems engineers to ensure software integrates with NASAMS hardware and other systems.

Skills

C++

Java

Python

Agile

DevSecOps

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's in STEM

Tools

Git

Jenkins

Docker

Job description

Location:

US-MA-TEWKSBURY-TB1 ~ 50 Apple Hill Dr ~ ASSABET BLDG

Date Posted:

2026-08-11

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-MA-TEWKSBURY-TB1 ~ 50 Apple Hill Dr ~ ASSABET BLDG

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

At RTX, the world's 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.

Raytheon brings the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Raytheon is seeking a talented Software Engineer II to join the National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System (NASAMS) team. NASAMS is a state-of-the-art air defense system that protects critical assets and population centers from aerial threats by integrating advanced radar, command and control, and missile systems. As a member of this team, you will play a critical role in designing, developing, testing, and delivering software that supports the full NASAMS system effectiveness chain, including Detect, Decide, Engage, and Destroy functionalities.

As part of the NASAMS team, you will work on an agile team responsible for developing and delivering software that supports the mission-critical capabilities of the National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System (NASAMS).

This position is based in Tewksbury, Massachusetts.

What You Will Do

• Collaborate with team members to design, develop, test, and deliver real-time application software and tools that enable the NASAMS system effectiveness chain, including Detect, Decide, Engage, and Destroy functionalities.
• Assist in the requirements, design, development, and testing of software systems that support critical functions such as target acquisition, threat evaluation, missile firing, and terminal guidance.
• Develop, maintain, and deploy large-scale, complex software solutions for NASAMS in an agile environment, adhering to DevSecOps principles to ensure secure, high-quality, and high-frequency software deliveries.
• Participate in internal reviews of NASAMS software components and systems to ensure they meet the highest quality standards and align with program requirements.
• Contribute to the creation and maintenance of testing frameworks and best practices to enable efficient software validation and delivery using Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) concepts.
• Analyze and solve problems within defined scope, schedule, and expectations while adhering to established development practices and processes.
• Work closely with systems engineers and other team members to ensure the seamless integration of software with NASAMS hardware and other systems.
• Your contributions will directly enhance the NASAMS system's ability to provide advanced air defense capabilities, protecting critical assets and infrastructure worldwide.
  
  

What You Will Learn

• The inner workings of the National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System (NASAMS) and its integration with advanced Missile Defense Systems and/or Command and Control (C2) Systems.
• How to design, develop, and maintain high-quality software solutions for complex, real-time systems that enable critical NASAMS functionalities, including target acquisition, threat evaluation, missile firing, and terminal guidance.
• Best practices and frameworks for testing and validating robust and reliable software deployments that meet the high standards required for mission-critical systems.
• How to effectively collaborate in an Agile and DevSecOps environment, delivering secure, high-frequency software updates that keep pace with evolving customer needs and threats.
• By joining the NASAMS program, you will build the skills and knowledge to contribute to one of the world’s most advanced air defense systems, while working alongside a team of dedicated and highly skilled engineers.
  
  

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and 2 years or prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations.
• Experience with programming languages (e.g., C++, Java, Python).
• Experience with Agile and DevSecOps methodologies.
• Experience with problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. government-issued Secret security clearance is required after start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
  
  

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with radar systems, command and control (C2) systems, or missile systems.
• Experience with real-time, safety-critical systems.
• Experience with software development tools such as Git, Jenkins, and Docker.
• Experience with networking protocols and data communications.
• Experience with software development for motor ignition, inertial guidance, targeting data extrapolation, seeker search, target lock-on, terminal guidance, and proximity/contact fuzing.
• Experience with designing algorithms for azimuth slew and lead angle calculations, prelaunch targeting data transfer, missile firing, in-flight updates, and mission abort capabilities.
  
  

Learn More & Apply Now

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.

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 position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA , an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

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.

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