Senior Software Engineer

Raytheon; Westford (MA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

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

Holidays

Job summary

Raytheon in Westford, MA seeks a software engineer to join a skilled team on-site. You will develop software in C++, Java, and TypeScript, and integrate it into larger engineering systems. The role requires DoD Secret clearance eligibility and strong performance in scalable software design.

Candidates typically hold a STEM degree with 5+ years of experience (or an advanced degree with 3+ years). The position is 1st shift, onsite in Westford, MA, with competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in STEM with 5+ years experience, or an advanced degree with 3+ years.
• Experience with Linux/Java/C++ development with a focus on scalability and performance.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain DoD Secret clearance; U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Perform software development with a highly skilled software team.
• Provide direct support of program efforts and proposal activities.
• Provide mentorship and technical insight into new software components.
• Develop software in multiple languages, including C++, Java, TypeScript.
• Integrate software into larger systems in engineering and test labs.
• This 1st shift role will be 100% on-site and based in Westford, MA.

Skills

C++

Java

TypeScript

Linux

Kubernetes

Machine Learning

GPU programming

Imaging systems

Education

BS in Software Engineering or related major

Advanced degree (MS/PhD) in related field

Tools

Linux

Kubernetes

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-29

Country: United States of America

Location: US-MA-WESTFORD-WFD7 ~ 7 Technology Park Dr ~ BLDG 7

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.

What You Will Do:

• Perform software development with a highly skilled software team.
• Provide direct support of program efforts and proposal activities.
• Provide mentorship and technical insight into new software components.
• Develop software in multiple languages, including but not limited to C++, Java, Typescript.
• Integrate software into larger systems in engineering and test labs
• This 1st shift role will be 100% on-site and based in Westford, MA.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior work experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and a minimum of 3 years of prior work experience.
• Experience with Linux Java/C++ development with a focus on application scalability and performance.
• This 1st shift role will be 100% on-site and based in Westford, MA.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued Secret security clearance post-start is preferred. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• BS degree in Software Engineering or a related major is HIGHLY PREFERRED.
• Algorithm development and/or implementation (imaging, navigation, communication, etc.)
• Familiarity with imaging systems, control systems, navigation, or ISR.
• BS degree in Software Engineering or a related major is HIGHLY PREFERRED.
• Experience with estimating software tasks for extended periods of time (i.e. longer than 12 months).
• Experience interacting with internal organizations and disciplines.
• Experience with Kubernetes.
• Experience with Machine Learning concepts.
• Experience with GPU Programming.
• Ability and desire to facilitate team growth and knowledge transfer.
• Communication, interpersonal, and decision-making skills.

Compensation and Benefits

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
• holidays

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.

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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