Principal Java Software Engineer (on-site)

Raytheon; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Healthcare benefits

Flexible work schedules

Educational assistance

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Raytheon is seeking a Principal Java Software Engineer in Fort Meade, Maryland. This role involves designing, developing, and maintaining software for satellite ground systems in a collaborative Agile environment. Candidates must have 8+ years of relevant experience, active TS/SCI security clearance, and strong skills in Java and Linux. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career development, including parental leave and flexible work schedules.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance required.
• 8 years of experience in relevant fields.
• Experience in object-oriented design and development using Java.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain software applications for satellite systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for software requirements.
• Participate in software and design reviews.

Skills

Java Development

Linux Environment

Agile Methodologies

Unit Testing

Scripting (Perl/Python)

Education

Degree in STEM

Tools

JUnit

Ansible

Jenkins

Atlassian Tool Suite

Job description

Location: US-PA-STATE COLLEGE-5A ~ 302 Science Park Rd ~ BLDG 5A

Date Posted: 2026-04-06

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. In the Principal Java Software Engineering role, you will design, develop, and test Java code in a Linux, Agile, DevOps environment targeting satellite ground systems.

What You Will Do

• The Principal Java Software Engineer will design, develop, and maintain advanced software applications for our Satellite Ground Systems. This role involves close collaboration with systems engineers, hardware designers, and other software engineers to deliver reliable and high-performance software solutions.
• Design, implement, and test Java-based applications and software components for satellite ground systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define software requirements and specifications.
• Work with previously written code and make modifications as necessary.
• Ensure software performance, reliability, and scalability.
• Participate in software design reviews, code reviews, and system integration activities.
• Contribute to the completion of program and project milestones under the specific guidance of their immediate supervisor.
• Follow established Software processes and procedures, development, documentation and maintenance/management of operations concepts, requirements (system, element, segment level), external and internal interfaces, and other software engineering work products/artifacts.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in Java and satellite technology to drive innovation.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Active and transferable TS/SCI with Polygraph U.S. government issued security clearance with an adjudication date less than three years from your start date for this position; U.S. citizenship is required.
• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience.
• Experience in object-oriented software design and development using Java in a Linux environment.
• Experience using unit testing tools (e.g., JUnit).
• Experience with scripting languages such as Perl or Python.
• Experience in an Agile/DevOps environment.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with Ansible, Jenkins, containers, and the Spring Framework.
• Security+ certification.
• Experience using the Atlassian tool suite.
• Experience with satellite communication systems and protocols is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with secure coding practices, especially in a defense or aerospace setting.

What We Offer

• Compensation includes competitive salary, healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs.
• Parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance, and child/adult backup care.
• Relocation assistance is available.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.