Senior Software Engineer with Test Solutions

Raytheon; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Raytheon in Tucson, Arizona seeks a Senior Software Engineer with Test Solution to design, develop, integrate, and maintain software for on-site factory support of weapon system products.

You will build applications and drivers using C, C#, C++ in Visual Studio on Windows, contribute to multidiscipline teams, and help derive software requirements.

This role requires DoD Secret clearance, US citizenship, and 100% on-site work in Tucson, with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced degree in a related field and minimum 3 years’ experience.
• Five years’ experience developing and integrating software applications using C, C#, C++ in a .NET environment, as well as Java, Python or Visual Basic.
• Experience with Windows Operating System and Microsoft Visual Studio is required. The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government issued (Secret) security clearance is required before starting.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and integrate object‑oriented software applications in C, C#, C++ within Microsoft Visual Studio on Windows OS.
• Prioritize and handle multiple software engineering tasks concurrently.
• Troubleshoot software and test equipment instrumentation; work in a multidisciplinary engineering team.

Skills

C

C#

C++

Java

Python

Visual Basic

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Advanced degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Visual Studio

.NET environment

Job description

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. We bring 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. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-801 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 801 (External Site)

Date Posted:

2026-10-14

Country:

United States of America

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. 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:

Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date

This position is 100% onsite in Tucson, Arizona

The Test Equipment Engineering (TEE) team within the Hardware Discipline Center is a multi-discipline organization that provides test solutions to support production lines for our entire missile portfolio. The software team within TEE is responsible for developing advanced windows application solutions for all Raytheon products. We are hands‑on, designing with the latest technology and tools, and integrating state‑of‑the‑art software solutions with the most advanced engineering systems in the world. TEE products are in engineering labs, in the field, and in production environments utilized for weapon system products. TEE has job opportunities across all phases of the engineering lifecycle, including demonstrations, early engineering tests, design verification tests, production, and post‑production sustainment.

The Senior Software Engineer with Test Solution position is focused on the design, development, integration, and maintenance of software as a part of on‑site factory support of systems to support weapon system product development. The selected candidate will develop applications, libraries, and instrument drivers using the software style, development language, and integrated development environment specified by the organization.

The selected candidate will contribute to multidiscipline engineering teams. Typical work involves the development of both engineering and production equipment, environments, and systems. As such, the candidate will contribute to the completion of all stages of product development for Raytheon Missile Division weapon system products. They will be expected to work, either as a part of a team or independently, to design, develop, and implement system level applications in support of producing and maintaining weapon system products.

What You Will Do:

• Design, develop and integrate object‑oriented software applications using C, C#, C++ in Microsoft Visual Studio in a Windows Operating System (OS)
• Prioritize and handle multiple software engineering tasks concurrently
• Troubleshoot software and test equipment instrumentation
• Work in a multidiscipline engineering team environment
• Develop and derive requirements for software products

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced degree in a related field and minimum 3 years’ experience.
• Five years’ experience developing and integrating software applications using C, C#, C++ programming languages in a .NET environment, as well as Java, Python or Visual Basic.
• Experience with Windows Operating System and Microsoft Visual Studio is required.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government issued (Secret) security clearance is required before starting. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. Citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Familiar with computer architecture and computer hardware optimization techniques
• Working knowledge of the development of software drivers for the operation of computer hardware interfaces
• Working knowledge in common computer hardware interface and data protocols such as TCP/IP, UDP, or RS-422
• Familiarity with laboratory test instrumentation, electronics, and software (Ex. oscilloscopes, power supplies, digital multimeters)
• Experience with Unified Modeling Language (UML) to visualize software architecture and design
• Experience of software development lifecycles, such as Waterfall and Agile
• Experience with Software Configuration Management principles
• Experience with Microsoft Azure DevOps Server or GitHub
• Good written and interpersonal communication skills

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.

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.

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.