Software Engineer II

Prattwhitney; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Prattwhitney in Aurora, Colorado, is looking for a skilled software developer to create cutting-edge satellite ground systems that support worldwide operations. The role requires U.S. citizenship and an active TS/SCI security clearance before starting.

In this position, you will participate in the full software lifecycle, utilizing technologies like AWS, and work in a DevSecOps environment. A Bachelor's degree in STEM and strong coding skills in languages such as Java or C/C++ are essential.

Qualifications

• ≥2 years of relevant experience in software development.
• Strong experience with satellite ground‑system software.
• Active U.S. government issued TS/SCI security clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Develop software for satellite ground systems.
• Work with full software lifecycle in an Agile environment.
• Gain experience with AWS, geospatial visualization tools.

Skills

Java

C/C++

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Object-oriented design

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Tools

AWS

CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions)

Docker

Kubernetes

Terraform

Job description

Location: Aurora, Colorado, United States.

Position Type: Onsite. U.S. citizen required; active TS/SCI security clearance required upon start.

What You Will Do

Develop software for cutting‑edge satellite ground systems and space network ground segments that support users worldwide. Your work will directly impact the operation of new state‑of‑the‑art satellites performing intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance missions for multiple customers.

What You Will Learn

Gain experience with the full software lifecycle, including design, development, test, delivery, and maintenance. Work with multi‑tiered architectures, Amazon Web Services, geospatial visualization tools, digital engineering, and automation frameworks in a modern DevSecOps, Agile environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and ≥2years of relevant experience.
• Strong coding ability using Java, C/C++, or similar languages.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience with satellite ground‑system software (mission management, planning and scheduling, command and telemetry, satellite operations, or flight‑dynamics models) is required.
• Proficiency in object‑oriented design.
• Understanding of software engineering processes and best practices.
• Active U.S. government issued TS/SCI security clearance (or TS/SCI‑eligible Top Secret clearance) required before starting.

Preferred Experience

• AWS development and cloud architecture (EC2, Lambda, S3, IAM).
• CI/CD pipeline development (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI).
• Containerization and modernization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Scripting and automation (Python, Bash, PowerShell).

Additional Information

This role is U.S.-based, and the application window is approximately 40 days from posting. RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to affirmative action for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.